Rare Lenaerts Carousel Motorbike, Belgium, 1950s

€5.300,00

A very rare carousel motorbike, manufactured by Lenaerts, circa 1950. This eye-catching model remains in beautiful original condition. It is made of high quality metal in a nice grey color, with a brown leather seat and a red leather seat. It has amazing details, every part of this model has been crafted with great attention and craftsmanship. It excels in details! Joseph Lenaerts started at a bike factory. During his career he was introduced to the world of fairground attributes, creating bike models for carousels. This was in 1947. The Greek god Hermes was placed as a logo on top of these bikes. Thousands of bikes have been produces, with a highlight in the 1950s when 50 bikes per month were produces and delivered! Impressive for a small company with only four employees. They were already valuable pieces then, but have became truly rare finds over the years and an absolute must-have for fairground enthusiasts! This bike would make an amazing eye-catcher in any decor. It remains in very good vintage condition with minor wear, creating a beautiful patina.

Current list price: €5.300,00

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Quantity:
1
Period:
1950-1959
Place of origin:
Belgium
Style:
Mid-Century Modern
Dimensions (cm):
60H x 120W x 54D
Dimensions (inch):
23,62H x 47,24W x 21,26D
Creator / Artist:
Lenaerts
Material:
Metal
Condition:
Good; original
Inventory ID:
MC8543
Payment options:
Cash upon pick up,
Bank wire transfer
Shipping options:
International - YES
Shipping regions:
Worldwide

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