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Vintage Framed Print 1910 LONDON GENERAL OMNIBUS COMPANY’S ‘B’ TYPE MOTOR BUS

Vintage Framed English Print —- 1910 LONDON GENERAL OMNIBUS COMPANY’S ‘B’ TYPE MOTOR BUS —– DRAWN BY DAVID J. TRUSSLER PUBLISHED BY HUGH EVELYN All of the art work and collectibles being sold by Adams-Byrd Fine Art & Antiques have been collected and selected one at a time by the proprietor, an art historian with many years of training and experience in university art history departments, museums, galleries, and historic sites both in the U.S. and abroad. The business has been based in the Washington, D.C. area for many years. The art and collectibles that we are offering to eBay buyers are special and unique pieces that have been carefully “curated” by us. This vintage framed English print is colorful wall decor for the transportation collector interested in early 20th century public transportation. This brightly colored motor bus includes orange, yellow / amber, greens (light and dark), black gray and white. The number on the bus is B340. On the orange side it says GENERAL In addition to route stops, the bus decor includes advertisements for OAKEY’S WELLINGTON KNIFE POLISH and “Iron Jelloids FOR WEAKNESS”. On one small panel on the side it reads — LONDON GENERAL OMNIBUS COMPANY WILLIAM EDWARD MANDERLICK SECRETARY – BUSINESS MANAGER; farther to the right it reads — SPEED – 12 M.P.H. On each of the tires you can read DUNLOP (and other numbers and words). Some of the words included in the stop / places on the SERVICE 11 bus route are: SHEPHERDS, LiVERPOOL, HAMMERSMITH, WALHAM, VICTORIA, WESTMINSTER, STRAND, LUDGATE, CIRCUS, etc. ……………. This illustration of early 20th century urban public transportation is very detailed. The elegant wood frame (black and gold) has condition issues — chips, scratches, dings, etc. from age and handling. There are also some faint spots on the white paper of the vintage print and / or on the underside of the non-glare glass. Our photos make the spots look much worse than they actually look in “real life”. This transportation collectible was photographed outside. Even though there is non-glare (rather than regular) glass, reflections and glare do interfere with photo quality! The old label on the back from where it was once sold is quite interesting. It is from a FINE ART TRADE GUILD merchant : ESTABLISHED 1880 A. E. TUNLEY & SON LTD. DECORATORS’ MERCHANTS PICTURE FRAMERS FINE ART PRINTS ARTISTS’ COLOURMEN 12 & 13, GLOUCESTER STREET, MILFORD STREET & FLEET STREET, SWINDON. Tel. 22152 [Swindon is in Wiltshire, England.) APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS OF THE FRAME; 14 3/16″ x 19 1/4″ All items we sell are from a pet free and smoke free environment – unless prior owner history is noted above. Terms and Conditions Please read the following terms and conditions, view all photos and read the full description before bidding or buying. We are incredibly scrupulous with our descriptions of an item’s condition so that you can make an informed purchasing decision. Note on measurements: All measurements are approximate. If you need extreme accuracy on particular measurements, please contact us before buying. Returns: To provide low pricing and a constant stream of quality merchandise, we are unable to accept returns for buyer remorse, buyer mistake or improper fit. It takes time on both the buyer and seller’s ends and the whole process is much more fulfilling when we, the seller, provide comprehensive information about an item and you, the buyer, carefully read and consider that information before making the decision to buy. Payment: For auction items, payment is expected within 3 days of purchase. After 4 days, an unpaid item case may be opened with eBay so that the item can be relisted or second chance offers may be made to other bidders. We require immediate payment for Buy it Now items. Shipping: We aim to ship within 3 business days of receiving payment, however delays may occur – in the event of a delay, we will update you on the progress of your shipment. We always ship with delivery confirmation/tracking. Attention international shoppers: We ship internationally through eBay’s Global Shipping program. Please contact us if you are interested in a local pickup only item to see if we can assist you in making packing/shipping arrangements. Feedback: We aim for an enjoyable eBay experience for all, measured as 100% satisfaction in eBay terms. We hope you enjoy your purchase(s) from us. If you are not satisfied with an item for any reason, please contact us upon receiving it. Positive feedback lets us know that an item was received safely.