"The rabbit is significant in that the handle on the original South Pointing Chariot was carved in the form of a rabbit. Because the handle extended out front it meant that wherever the rabbit went the chariot had to follow."

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Kit Williams

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Kit Williams is a British artist and author, best known for his illustrated book 'Masquerade,' which combines art with a treasure hunt.

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