The Little Red Van

The Trojan 1 Ton Van by Lesney.

This die cast vehicle was produced between 1958 and 1962, so, there's a good chance that we're about the same age, and similarly 'play worn' around the edges.

The Little Red Van is another 8"x10" oil painting in my ongoing appreciation of characterful and interesting toys. This beaten up little red van probably bore Brooke Bond Tea decals on its side panels, but enthusiastic play has long since seen them off, along with a fair amount of paint.

For me, it's that knocked-about look that gives a toy an honesty and charm that a bright, pristine version simply wouldn't have. 

It's that history that I aim to celebrate in a painting and, in this Little Red Van, I'm very pleased with the result.

Framed in Lion's 65mm Vermeer moulding in matt black with gold sight edge.

Framed size - 330mm x 275mm x 40mm