Balloon omnibus, France, late 19th century. In wood and metal…

Balloon omnibus, horse-drawn carriage, France, late 19th century. In wood and metal painted in vermilion and black. Car body opening through a central door in the rear panel. A step paddle allows access to the longitudinal seats with padded upholstery and protected by a roof. The sides have a roof system missing on 3 quarters, the front has a bay window. A pair of footboards on the front to reach the coachman's seat on a sloping body. Shell topped with a guard with leather screen, spandrels making mounting hands. Right hand crank brake. Suspension with two pincer springs at the front and three straight springs at the rear. Four wheels with tires and wheel caps engraved with the manufacturer's name \"COISSIEUX A LYON\" Trim as is, missing the roof and one glazing, painting redone. Dimensions: L270 x H220 x D170 cm.