Levassor Collection

Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal, 1894 (print)
538824 Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal, 1894 (print) by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

Pierre-Thomas Levassor as Oscar in L Enfant
French actor Pierre-Thomas Levassor as Oscar in L Enfant du Carnaval, Theatre du Palais Royal, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie

Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho)
2775080 Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue, Paris)

Horseless carriage with Daimler engine, 1895
Carriage, with Daimler petroleum engine by Panhard and Levassor, Paris, exhibited by the Hon. Eveyln Ellis. Part of an exhibition of horseless vehicles at Tunbridge Wells. Date: 1895

Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho)
2775089 Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue, Paris)

Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho)
2775081 Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue, Paris)

Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells (b / w photo)
1100338 Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho)
2775093 Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue, Paris)

Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho)
2775084 Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Panhard & Levassor catalogue, Paris)

Panhard and Levassors petrol driven motor car, 1892 (1956). French engineers and inventors Rene Panhard and Emile Levassor became partners in 1886

Automobile reliability trial between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal, 1894. First prizes were awarded to Panhard and Levassor and to Peugeot. From Le Petit Journal, Paris, 6 August 1894

Horseless Carriage
circa 1895: Mr Evelyn Ellis in a motor carriage made by Panhard and Levassor of Paris in an Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles held at Tunbridge Wells, Kent. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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Panhard et Levassor car on a postcard -- driving by the riverside. Date: 1892

Panhard et Levassor Vintage Car, England. Showing actress Billie Burke. Date: 1910s

Panhard et Levassor Vintage Car / Voiture, England
Panhard et Levassor Vintage Car/Voiture, Herefordshire, England. Date: 1907

Panhard Levassor Vintage Car and Caravan, England. Voiture et Caravane Anciennes Date: 1900s

The 100hp Panhard-Levassor engine for the Bolotoff Triplane

Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal. First prizes awarded to Panhard & Levassor and to the Peugeot brothers. From Le Petit Journal Paris 6 August, 1894

1907 Panhard Levassor
Brewster. Automobile with body by Brewster, presumably a 1907 Panhard-Levassor

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"Levassor: Pioneering the Way in Automobile History" Step back in time to the 19th century, where Pierre-Thomas Levassor's name became synonymous with automotive innovation and reliability. In 1894, a groundbreaking race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal, showcased Levassor's commitment to pushing the boundaries of horseless carriages. As if stepping out of a different world altogether, Levassor transformed into Oscar for his role in L'Enfant. This captivating image captures his versatility as an individual who not only revolutionized automobiles but also embraced artistic expression. Panhard & Levassor's catalogue pages come alive with vibrant color lithographs showcasing their remarkable creations. These images transport us to an era when green was more than just a color; it symbolized progress and hope for a future driven by machines rather than horses. One particular page reveals a horseless carriage powered by Daimler engine technology from 1895. It serves as evidence of Levassor's relentless pursuit of excellence and his unwavering dedication to improving motor vehicles year after year. The Exhibition of Horseless Vehicles at Tunbridge Wells provides us with a glimpse into history through black-and-white photographs. Here we witness people marveling at these extraordinary inventions that would soon change the way we travel forever. A highlight within Panhard & Levassor's catalogue is their petrol-driven motor car from 1892 - an iconic masterpiece that stands as testament to their pioneering spirit. This vehicle paved the way for future advancements in automotive engineering and solidified Levassor’s place in history as one of its great visionaries. Returning full circle to the Paris-Rouen reliability trial sponsored by Le Petit Journal in 1894, we see how this event encapsulated everything that made Pierre-Thomas Levassor exceptional – determination, innovation, and passion for creating reliable automobiles that could withstand long journeys.