Robert Seabeck (Wyoming, B. 1945) "1912 Classic Six" Signed lower left. Original Mixed Media painting on Paper.
Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation.
This painting originally appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 60c 1912 Classic Six stamp issued September 1, 1998.
In 1912, dirt roads were the norm and the cars that bounced over them were not far removed from their predecessor, the "horseless carriage." Despite the times, the 1912 Chevrolet Classic Six was an expensive, well-made, precision-quality motorcar. The selling price of $2,150 was a reasonable sum considering the quality of construction and numerous features, including side curtains, demountable tire rims, running boards, electric headlights, folding top, and spare-tire rack. This five-passenger touring automobile was powered by a 4.9 liter, six-cylinder engine with dual camshafts. The T-head configuration allowed the intake and exhaust valves to be mounted in the block on opposite sides of the cylinders. This unique engine developed 40 horsepower for a top speed of around 65 mph.
Image Size: 7.75 x 12.5 in.
Overall Size: 15 x 22.25 in.
Unframed. (B15976)
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