CIRCA 1925

Details

AN ENGLISH GREEN-PAINTED WROUGHT-IRON MESSRS. PUGH & CO. ATCO PETROL LAWN MOWER
CIRCA 1925
The engine mounted about a roller with a cuttings collector at the front
60 in. (152.4 cm.) long

Provenance

Originally owned by a clergyman at the Glen, Sevenoaks, Kent.
Acquired in 1929 by Mrs. Margaret Burrows, Crowdleham, Sevenoaks, Kent and by descent until 2004.

Special notice

No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis This lot is subject to Collection and Storage charges

Lot Essay

This model of mower served as the prototype for the miniature version made for Queen Mary's doll's house in 1925.

Still operational in 2003, a basic technical report and running instructions are available from the department.

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