SALESMAN SAMPLE 1890 Barrels Moving Hand Cart Dolly In Oakwood, Iron & Copper

A late 19th century salesman sample of a hand moving cart truck.

This is a miniature scale model of a hand moving cart truck created as a sample in the late 19th century. This antique model is a miniature of the real one, manufactured in Pennsylvania by the American Pulley Co., to be used as a salesman product sample and showed to the potential buyers. The beautiful cart has been masterfully crafted with incredible details and great materials, such; natural oakwood, iron and copper. Small, very early, well-made salesman's sample barrel moving hand card. Has oak handles, cast iron moving wheels and steel braces. Recently cleaned, all original, in very good overall condition, with nice rich surface patina. This so-called adult’s toys are highly collectable and display very well, It is a great conversation piece and neat piece!

History

These kinds of pieces were commonly used in the 19th and 20th centuries, salesman samples were exact duplicates of the larger pieces, showing extensive and important details. They fall into two categories: those that work and those that do not. Samples are sent out to sales reps in order to take pre-orders or intent orders from trade shows, retailers and wholesale accounts.

Country: United States.

Manufacturer: American Pulley Co. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Model: Barrels moving hand cart.

Materials: Oak wood, iron and copper.

Period: Industrial revolution, 1880-1900.

Weight: About 1 pound, (0.42 Kg.). 

Size: Desk size, to be displayed.

Measurements: 285 mm by 95 mm by 83 mm (11.2 x 3.75 x 3.25 Inches).

Condition: The overall condition of this barrels / product hand moving cart is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D062825CNMH/.8760