Canoe Landau, late 19th century

Made:
1875-1900 in Peckham
Canoe Landau, late 19th century

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Canoe Landau, late 19th century

This smart carriage is a canoe landau, a type of four-wheeled carriage with foldable hoods. It was made by T. Tillings of Peckham in the late 19th century.

The carriage was suitable for all -weather conditions due its two hoods which could be pushed together and joined at the centre, or could be folded back to make an open vehicle. Landaus were developed in Germany, in Landau in the mid-18th century. They were initially larger vehicles but the design was refined and they became popular for use as private carriages. Landaus came in a range of types, including the canoe - so called because of its curved body. Families and private individuals in possession of a landau could use it for both day and night-time use, in all weathers. This removed the need to own multiple carriages- one with a closed hood, and an open carriage for the daytime and warm weather.

Details

Category:
Road Transport
Object Number:
1938-495
Materials:
wood (unidentified), metal (unknown) and leather
Measurements:
overall: 2060 mm x 1760 mm x 3840 mm,
type:
landau
credit:
Russell, Gilbert

Parts

Drawbar for Canoe Landau, late 19th century

Drawbar for Canoe Landau, late 19th century

Drawbar for canoe landau, late 19th century

Measurements:
overall: 140 mm x 100 mm x 3400 mm, 8.5 kg
Object Number:
1938-495/2
type:
drawbar