A "SULKY" HORSE DRAWN CHARIOT CHILD'S TIN TRICYCLE, FRENCH, EARLY 20TH CENTURY, modeled as a trotting horse with yoke pulling a small single seat chariot, with driver's white plastic strap reins and simple pedal chain driven mechanism, on a later white Pirelli inflatable rubber tire opposite an original Bergougnan rubber tire before a matching front wheel. Height: 35 1/2" Length: 51" Depth: 17 3/4" Note: Popular in the 1950s, examples of this delightful toy are best known as an amusement attraction for children found at Sulky Track in the Paris Zoo and on northern French beaches during the mid 20th century. Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas.

Pirelli inflatable and Bergougnan solid tires have dry rot, front tire is solid but flattened on floor side and does not roll, chain guard lacking, one pedal lacking, banner pole missing, dents, bent areas, surface rust, paint residue in crevices throughout.    Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."