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Two English silver models of early automobiles, Birmingham and London, 1911 and circa
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- fully marked, larger car apparently without date letter
- Silver
- length of larger car 12 1/2 in., smaller car 8 3/4 in.
- 31.8, 12.3cm
a large open tourer with cigarette compartment, the lighter forming the mascot, with rubber clad wheels, by Heath & Middleton, retailed by Clark, 33 New Bond Street, London; the second's seating area with cigar racks, engine compartment for matches, hood with striker, probably Mitchell & Cooper, Birmingham
Literature
This car is illustrated in Kenneth Crisp Jones, The Silversmiths of Birmingham and their Marks, 1750-1980, fig. 197.
Condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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