Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 6

K.B. White
Technical Pencil Diagrams of Car Mechanisms

Early 20th Century

$230.58
$329.4030% Off
£168
£24030% Off
€200.08
€285.8330% Off
CA$316.65
CA$452.3530% Off
A$356.44
A$509.2030% Off
CHF 188.57
CHF 269.3930% Off
MX$4,421.22
MX$6,316.0330% Off
NOK 2,329.99
NOK 3,328.5630% Off
SEK 2,228.43
SEK 3,183.4830% Off
DKK 1,492.70
DKK 2,132.4230% Off
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 10 inches (height) x 8 inches (width) Signed: No Condition: Good condition, with slight wear on the edges Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This detailed pencil drawing showcases technical diagrams focusing on car mechanisms. The piece includes multiple technical sketches, each meticulously labeled, illustrating the mounting of various car components. Starter Motor Mounting: The diagram details the mounting of the starter motor on a Morgan vehicle, highlighting the integral teeth with the flywheel. This illustration shows the relationship between the motor, pinion, clutch, and extractor race, providing insight into the mechanical setup of vintage cars.The artwork includes side elevation and plan views of the speedometer drive mounted on the front brake drum, likely on a Morgan 3-Wheeler or similar model. The diagrams show components such as the small and large gears, chassis members, and brake drum, explaining the functioning of the speedometer drive in relation to the wheel. These technical diagrams reflect White's deep understanding of automotive engineering and provide a fascinating glimpse into the mechanical intricacies of classic cars. This piece would be of particular interest to enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the technical aspects of vintage automobiles. The condition is good, with some signs of age adding to its historical value. For more any more information please do contact us with any questions you may have. Thank you.
  • Creator:
    K.B. White
  • Creation Year:
    Early 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Cirencester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU509315046692

More From This Seller

View All
Conceptual Futuristic Car Design Pencil Drawing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 8 inches (height) x 10 inches (width) Signed: No Condition: Good condition, slight age-related wear around the edges. Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This pencil drawing by K. B. White features a conceptual design of a futuristic car, meticulously rendered with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette. The main image presents a side profile of the vehicle, showcasing the artist's vision of a seamless, rounded body and large windows, suggesting a focus on aerodynamics and modern design. In the upper right corner, a smaller sketch provides a front view of the car, highlighting the grille and headlight design, adding another layer of detail to the concept. K. B. White, known for his motoring art in the 1930s, has captured an imaginative interpretation of future automotive design, reflecting both artistic creativity and a keen interest in transportation innovation. This drawing would appeal to collectors of vintage car art...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Pencil

1935 Auburn 851 SC Boattail Speedster Concept Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 10 inches (height) x 7 inches (width) Signed: Yes Condition: Good condition Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This pencil drawing by K...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Pencil

Streamlined Classic Car Concept Pencil Illustration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 8 inches (height) x 13 inches (width) Signed: No Condition: Good condition, slight age-related wear around the edges. Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: This pencil drawing by K. B. White features a streamlined classic car...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Pencil

Conceptual Pencil Illustration Inspired by the Stout Scarab
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 5 inches (height) x 8 inches (width) Signed: No Condition: Good condition, with minor wear on the edges Provenance: From the artist's estate Descripti...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Pencil

Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster Concept Pencil Drawing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 9 inches (height) x 14 inches (width) Signed: Yes Condition: Good condition, with tear on the edge Provenance: From the artist's estate Description: T...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Pencil

Bugatti Type 57C Atalante Concept Pencil Drawing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 7.5 inches (height) x 9.75 inches (width) Signed: No Condition: Good condition, with small tear on the edges Provenance: From the artist's estate Desc...
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Pencil

You May Also Like

1940s Fashion Study Featuring an Advertisement for Lilly Daché Perfumes
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 1940s fashion study featuring an advertisement for Lilly Daché Perfume. Artwork size: 11" x 8 1/2". Archivally matted to 12". x 16". Provenance: Cornelia Steckl-Jurin...
Category

1940s Art Deco Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil, Paper

Early 1940s Fashion Study Featuring Elizabeth Arden Cosmetics
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 1940s fashion study featuring an advertisement for Elizabeth Arden cosmetics. Artwork size: 11 3/4" x 8 3/4". Archivally matted to 12" x 16". Provenance: Cornelia St...
Category

1940s Art Deco Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pencil, Paper

Original art deco tea and coffee pot design by Erte, Romain de Tirtoff
By Erte - Romain de Tirtoff
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Romain de Tirtoff, called ERTE (Russian/French, 1892-1990) Tasse a Café et Bol a The Ink, gold paint and watercolour with pencil Inscribed with detai...
Category

20th Century Art Deco Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor, Pencil

Guirand de Scevola (1871-1950) A Bouquet of Anemones, signed pastel
By Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scévola
Located in Paris, FR
Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scevola (1871-1950) A Bouquet of Anemones Signed upper left Pastel on paper 44.5 x 36.5 cm Framed : 53.5 x 45.5 cm Lucien Victor Guirand de Scévola was ...
Category

1930s Art Deco Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pastel

Henry Ottmann (1877-1927) A Still life with a lamp , pastel signed
By Henri Ottmann
Located in Paris, FR
Henry Ottmann (1877-1927) A Still life with a lamp signed lower right pastel on paper 30 x 38 cm Framed 45 x 53 cm We knew that Henry Ottmann was a great pastelist, and he demons...
Category

1910s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Pastel

French Art Deco Original Gouache Illustration Drawing by Raymonde Hacker
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Art Deco illustrative drawing, hand painted in ink and gouache on blue laid paper. The design includes a collection of fashion accessories, handbags, gloves, hats, and perfu...
Category

1930s Art Deco Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink, Gouache