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Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells (b / w photo)
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Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells (b / w photo)
1100338 Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 October 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22513950
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Attached Automobiles Cars Country House Edhibitions Exhibited Exhibitors Fire Engine Kent Levassor Motor Vehicles Panhard Post Chaise Pullman Car Speed Tunbridge Wells Worked World Exhibition Bouton
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This photograph captures a historic moment in the late 19th century - the Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells. Taken by an English photographer, this print showcases a fascinating display of early motor vehicles that were showcased during this event. Intriguingly, amidst the traditional carriages and horse-drawn vehicles, these innovative "horseless" contraptions steal the spotlight. The image features various automobiles from renowned manufacturers such as Daimler, Levassor, Bouton, Panhard, and De Dion. These pioneering machines with their petroleum engines marked a significant shift towards modern transportation. One notable vehicle on display is a fire engine belonging to the Tunbridge Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade. Equipped with a Daimler petroleum engine, it symbolizes progress in firefighting technology during that era. The exhibition also attracted esteemed guests like Captain Tinne and Sir David Salomons who admired these mechanical marvels alongside other curious spectators. Even Honorable Evelyn Ellis graced the occasion representing his country house. This snapshot not only offers us a glimpse into history but also highlights how society embraced technological advancements during this time period. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding pursuit of progress. With its rich historical significance and beautifully captured details, this print from Fine Art Finder truly transports us back to an era where horseless vehicles were still novel inventions revolutionizing transportation as we knew it.
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