Fixtures and fittings inside the caravansPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverCaravans are displayed at Paultons Park with talking modelsPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverThe traditional fruit motifs on the sides of this Gypsy caravan were painstakingly restoredPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer
Contents of the caravans including Gypsy pipes, in a collection case, are also up for auction along with other collectablesPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverOrnate interior of the showman’s wagon which belonged to the Heron familyPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverOrnamental harness and other trappingsPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverAn angel lampPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverStuffed rabbits and ducksPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverGold leaf engraved exteriorsPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the ObserverThe beautifully crafted caravans will be auctioned on WednesdayPhotograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer
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