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Britzkas

Scope note

Carriages developed in Poland and Austria in the early 19th century and eventually popular in England for long-distance travel since the interior seating compartment could be converted into sleeping quarters; often featuring a large rear-facing seat to accommodate servants.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000226382

Broader Terms used

<four-wheeled carriages>

Equivalent Terms used

britzka

Created

13yrs ago

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