A superb and rare photo
of the amazing Rochet-Schneider photographed in 1909.
Edouard Rochet and his
father were bicycle manufacturers before entering motorcar production. In 1894
they were joined by Théophile Schneider, a relative of the eponymous
armaments family.
Between
1895 and 1901, the company built approximately 240 single cylinder cars "Benz-type"
cars. At the 1901 Paris Salon, the company introduced a range of two and
four-cylinder cars. Around 1903, these were redesigned along similar lines to
Mercedes.
By this
time, Rochet-Schneider had become one of the most respected car manufacturers
in France. In 1904 the company was sold for 4.5 million francs and a
London-based company called "Rochet-Schneider Ltd." was formed.
Production averaged less than 250 cars year and by late 1907 the company was in
liquidation.
This
is a very nice and very rare non period photo that reflects a wonderful
era of automotive history in a wonderful way. This is your rare chance to
own this photo, therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca.
8" x 11" (ca. 20 x 27 cm). It makes it perfectly suitable for
framing.
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy. For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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