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Du Pont automobile chassis, 1920s C018 / 0606
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Du Pont automobile chassis, 1920s C018 / 0606
Du Pont automobile chassis. The Du Pont Motors automobile maufacturing company was founded in 1919 by US industrialist Eleuthere Paul du Pont (1887" 1950). They were luxury cars produced in Wilmington, Delaware, USA. Only around 600 Du Pont cars were made, and the company went bankrupt in 1932. This lithograph dates from the period from 1919 to 1930
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1900s 1920s Automobile Black And White Car Body Chassis Dupont Expensive Luxury Motor Vehicle North American Transport Transportation Undercarriage Wheels Cutouts Du Pont High End Steering Wheel
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This lithograph showcases a Du Pont automobile chassis from the 1920s, representing an era of American automotive excellence. The Du Pont Motors company was established in 1919 by the visionary US industrialist Eleuthere Paul du Pont. Known for their opulence and superior craftsmanship, these luxury cars were meticulously manufactured in Wilmington, Delaware. With its sleek design and advanced technology, this Du Pont chassis epitomizes the height of automotive engineering during that time. The monochrome artwork highlights every intricate detail of the undercarriage, emphasizing its technological prowess. The image portrays a single car body suspended above four wheels with a prominent steering wheel at its helm. Although only approximately 600 Du Pont cars were ever produced, they left an indelible mark on American automotive history. However, despite their success and acclaim, financial difficulties led to the unfortunate bankruptcy of the company in 1932. This historical photograph captures not just a piece of transportation history but also symbolizes an era when elegance met innovation on North American roads. It serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of luxury and how even esteemed companies can face unexpected challenges along their journey. Displayed against a pristine white background in this studio shot print, this Du Pont automobile chassis remains an enduring testament to both artistic beauty and mechanical ingenuity from early 20th-century America.
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