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Lot 284: A Large Twinings London Tea Merchants Wooden Delivery Van Display Model

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Start price: £15

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A decorative wooden model of a commercial delivery vehicle, finished in dark green with stained wood components. The vehicle is styled as an early 20th-century delivery van. The body of the van features gold-toned transfer lettering and a central heraldic crest. The upper line of text reads TWININGS in large serif characters, followed by EST. 1706 in smaller font. A black recessed panel along the side contains the legend LONDON TEA MERCHANTS. Below this, the address 216 STRAND LONDON W.C.2. is printed. The chassis and body are primarily constructed from wood, with the bonnet, mudguards, and side steps featuring a dark polished wood stain. The model is detailed with a brass-toned metal radiator grille, two side-mounted lamps, and a steering column with a wheel and gear lever. The wheels are black with spoke detailing. A white rectangular adhesive label is applied to the upper right side of the rear compartment, featuring red and black text that reads REDUCED FROM £35.00 TO £25.00. The construction appears to be for static display purposes, though the wheels are free-rolling.