Citroen Type A & B2 factory assembly 1922 Citroën press photo automobile photo

Description

A superb and rare photo of the assembly of various
Citroën
Type A
and
Citroën
B2
models in
Citroën ’s
main assembly plant
in
France
. According the spec. sheet that came with the negative, this photograph was taken on
February 17, 1922
.
On this historic photograph we see various models of the
1922
Citroën
Type A
and
Citroën
B2
model range being assembled at
Citroën
’s main assembly plant.
Mostly shown are
Citroën
Type A
‘s from the second generation. In
1921, a
new 3 model range of the
Citroën
Type A was introduced in two different chassis lengths and a number of different body styles. It was available as the 10 HP Type A Standard and the 10 HP Type A Luxe. Also the new 10 HP Type A Spécial (Torpédo Sport Spécial) was introduced. All shared the mechanical specification of the preceding model which was produced between 1919 and
1921. In
1919, Citroën started to produce automobiles, beginning with the Citroën Type A , which was designed by Jules Salomon, Chief Design Officer from Le Zèbre. It also was the first mass produced European car. The Citroën Type A was available in two different chassis lengths and a number of different body styles. The Torpédo 4 places (pictured), Torpédo 3 places, Conduite Interieure 3 places, Conduite Interieure 3 places and the Citroën Coupé de Ville.
The
Citroën B2
was launched at the Paris Salon in 1921. The B2 was a development of the Type A with a more powerful engine and quickly achieved success thanks to its robustness and economy. It came fully equipped with electrics and tyres unlike much of its competition. André Citroën launched a fleet of
Paris
taxis employing a special version of the B2. The B2 remained in production until 1927. Body styles in 1922 included Torpédo 4 Places in Serie, Serie Luxe, Tourisme Luxe and Sport finishes, Conduite Interieure 3 and 4 places, Coupé de Ville Serie and Grand Luxe and Landaulet Grand Luxe. The range was extended to include the elegant Sport Caddy, the Normande, the Taxi, a Cabriolet, a Coupé and a Trefle Torpédo. These styles also could be ordered with the B10 as the base. The Citroën B10 was similar to the B2, but it featured an all metal body.
This is a very nice and very rare non period photo that reflects a wonderful era of Citroen and automotive history in a wonderful way.  This is your rare chance to own this photo, therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca. 8" x 12" (ca. 20 x
30 cm
).  It makes it perfectly suitable for framing.
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
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and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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