James Thomas Peet With His De Dion Bouton Car
c. 1911Early model tourer car with driver at the wheel and two children visible in the passenger seats. James Thomas Peet in suit and hat is standing beside the vehicle with one hand on it. In the left background is scrub; on the right a low building.
The French De Dion Bouton company was founded by Count Albert de Dion in 1899 following the introduction of Georges Bouton's high speed engine. The De Dion Bouton was once ranked with the Renault and Peugeot
Details
Details
Written in blue ink across the bottom of the image ['De Dion Bouton' Car Claremont with J.T. Peet./ This car was purchased in England in 1911, when Father & Mother/ were touring England and the Continent. Then transported to Perth. W.A./ Shipped out from England by boat to 403 Newcastle St. West Perth. 1911.]
Copyright and Reference
Copyright and Reference
Acknowledgements to be made to 'Claremont Museum 08.204'.
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Source: Claremont Museum 08.204
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