WAGONETTE built by F.A. Carl Wolf or F.A. Kadner & Co., of Rosswein, Germany circa 1890 to suit 14.2 to 15.2hh single or pair. A smart vehicle painted black with gold lining. On 37.5/45ins, 12/14-spoke English pattern varnished wheels with elliptic springs. The brass hub caps are metal banded and the trace hooks are of an unusual design with a leather securing strap, both typical of Continental manufacture. Fitted with brass whip holder, lamp brackets, mud guards, footbrake and large steps for easy access. The rear door, decorated with an image of a gunman and his dog, allows access to face to face seating upholstered in black buttoned leatherette. Sold with shafts and a pole. The axle is stamped Rosswein which is in Saxony in Germany and at the time had two carriage manufacturers: F.A. Carl Wolf and F.A. Kadner & Co. Very smooth, comfortable ride. Placed in private carriage collection 2004 to 2019. The wheels have been retyred, the wood brake renewed, and was partly repainted for use in Attelage and family outings. Approx. measurements: 55ins wide x 67ins high x 95ins long and 30ins between shafts. £2000
