Clarence
1800
210.0 x 185.0 cm
Museu Nacional dos Coches
A city vehicle offered by King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy to his daughter Queen D. Maria Pia wife of King D. Luis I.The armillary sphere is proof that this carriage was then used by the Presidency of the Republic. The body of the carriage is painted in black and has five windows. The sober exterior contrasts with its rich interior with furnishings in pearl silk and capitonné. The driver’s seat has a hand-break.
carrozzeria italiana cesare sala (? – 1932)
Discover Cesare Sala, a renowned Milan-based coachbuilder known for exquisite carriages and automobile bodies for Isotta Fraschini, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Fiat. Explore his legacy in automotive design history.
Museu Nacional dos Coches (Lisbona, Portogallo)
Ritorna nel tempo al Museo Nazionale delle Carrozze di Lisbona! Esplora una squisita collezione di carrozze reali e manufatti equestri del XVI-XIX secolo, testimonianza della ricca storia e arte portoghese. Un viaggio regale ti aspetta!
About this artwork
- Title: Clarence
- Artist: carrozzeria italiana cesare sala
- Year: 1800
- Original dimensions: 210.0 x 185.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Museu Nacional dos Coches
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Main color: Rosy Brown