Spring cart c. 1880 | |
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Description: This two-wheeled delivery vehicle has a single moveable bench seat with a back and a step which are somewhat unusual on a spring cart. It has semi-elliptical springs, panelled sides with standards and scalloped edges. Colour: Body and undercarriage are green with elaborate red and beige lining and scroll work. History: Thousands of spring carts were built and used up to the Second World War. They were found on every farm and congregated around markets and in narrow town streets. The more elaborate carts such as this one were commonly used in towns. This spring cart, owned by Mr M. Smith of Pinkenbah, carried produce from Myrtletown to the Brisbane Markets. It was painted by Alex Hamilton and is displayed in the Queensland Museum Brisbane. Registration: H5421 |
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