[1] The largest and most splendid horse-drawn carriage—not coach—used by the sovereign, it was built by Hooper in 1902 for the Coronation of Edward VII and Alexandra and given extra interior space.
... new State landau built by Messrs Hooper for King Edward VII and first used by him on the day of his coronation procession through London.
Between the hind springs is a rumble for two footmen; there is no driving seat as the carriage is intended to be drawn only by horses ridden postillion.
The panels are painted in purple lake considerably brighter than is usual in order to secure greater effect; marking the contours of the body and the outlines of the rumble are mouldings in wood carved and gilt, the design being one of over-lapping oak leaves.
While less ornate than the wonderful "gold coach" designed by Sir Wm Chambers and Cipriani in 1761, the new State landau, in its build, proportions, and adornment, is probably the most graceful and regal vehicle ever built.