Moke Collection

Mini Mini Moke 1968 Green dark

1965 Mini Moke. Creator: Unknown
1965 Mini Moke

British Festivities in Upper Egypt (engraving)
1039284 British Festivities in Upper Egypt (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Festivities in Upper Egypt)

Pearly family in their donkey-drawn moke, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
Pearly family in their donkey-drawn moke, London, 1926-1927. Cockney Pearly kings (originally costermongers - fruit and vegetable sellers), wore suits covered in mother-of-pearl buttons

George Chirgwin
George H Chirgwin, 1854 - 1922. Music hall entertainer, known as the White-Eyed Musical Moke or the White- Eyed Kaffir. Pictured here in very strange Highlands inspired stage costume including a

Countryfolk Insult
" Ow much for the Moke (Donkey) Billie? " I didn t know as yer Muvver could afford to keep two of yer!" Date: 1899

Variety Theatre, George H Chirgwin
George H Chirgwin, 1854 - 1922. Music hall entertainer, known as the White-Eyed Musical Moke or the White- Eyed Kaffir

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"Rediscovering the Classic: The Mini Moke 1968 Green Dark" Step back in time with this iconic British vehicle, the Mini Moke. With its compact size and vibrant green color, it captures the essence of a bygone era. Originally designed for military use, it quickly became a symbol of freedom and fun. In this captivating engraving from British Festivities in Upper Egypt, we witness the joyous spirit that accompanied these vehicles wherever they went. Dating back to 1926-1927, the Pearly family proudly showcases their donkey-drawn moke on the streets of London, reminding us of simpler times. Even during World War One, these resilient machines played a crucial role in capturing enemy blockhouses like at Croiselles on the Hindenburg line as shown in Realistic Travels military photographs circa 1918. Amongst all these historical references lies one common thread - George H Chirgwin. A renowned performer at Variety Theatre and an integral part of countryfolk insult comedy acts, Chirgwin's name is synonymous with entertainment and laughter. So let's celebrate this timeless gem -the Mini Moke- that has left an indelible mark on both history and our hearts.