Collection of Romany Gypsy wagons to be auctioned

Fixtures and fittings inside the caravans Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

Caravans are displayed at Paultons Park with talking models Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

The traditional fruit motifs on the sides of this Gypsy caravan were painstakingly restored Photograph: 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 collectables Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

Ornate interior of the showman’s wagon which belonged to the Heron family Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

Ornamental harness and other trappings Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

An angel lamp Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

Stuffed rabbits and ducks Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

Gold leaf engraved exteriors Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer

The beautifully crafted caravans will be auctioned on Wednesday Photograph: Katherine Anne Rose for the Observer