Victorian Coach Built Pram

Victorian coach built pram with a metal chassis secured with leather straps and padded leather upholstery and hood.

This was one of a range of baby carriages made by Simmons and Co of London in the late 1800s. This model was known as the European.

It was discovered in a barn at Manor Farm, Long Crendon, in a poor state and was restored by volunteers at Thame Museum, who kept a photographic record of their work.

Simmons and Co moved into premises in Tanner Street, London, in 1888 where they made prams and carts. The company had a good reputation but they failed to keep up with other manufacturers and finally closed in 1959.