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A quintessential English Postal Bike riding the road to fame!

You may remember this original English Postal Bike from our recent window display? Well keep an eye out for it as it is riding the road to fame as we speak… Opera Australia recently purchased this great piece as a prop in upcoming Opera Don Pasquale to be performed in various locations across Japan.

The postal delivery bike as Leanne found it in the UK

Originating from England, this Postal delivery bike dates to the late 1930’s early 40’s. The seat is stamped with ‘Brooks’, it has the original basket and light attached and is an absolute find! The piece is in great condition and a quintessential prop for a classic opera.

We love tracking ‘finds’ from before Leanne obtains them, their interesting history, to their place in our Sydney store, and finally to their new (but usually not last) home – in this case, a traveling Opera!!

Leanne took the bike ‘for a spin’ through the English markets, although she wasn’t entirely convinced with the break system…!

Posted on: 5th June , 2012
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