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Poster advertising Falcon bicycles, c. 1894 (colour lithograph)
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Poster advertising Falcon bicycles, c. 1894 (colour lithograph)
1770056 Poster advertising Falcon bicycles, c.1894 (colour lithograph) by Pal (Jean de Paleologue) (1855-1942); 150x119 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Poster advertising Falcon bicycles. Pal (Jean de Paleologue) (1855-1942). Colour lithograph. Printed circa 1894. 150 x 119cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22867816
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1894 Animal Care Animal Theme Animal Themes Arm Movement Arm Out Arm Outstretched Aversion Bicycle Bicycling Bike Biking Bird Of Prey Cheerful Classic Collectibles Collector Commercial Communication Equipment Cycling Cyclist Darkness Enjoyment Falcon Female Garment Freedom Gesture Gesturing Ghost Ghostly Good Time Hand Gesture Hand Movement Happiness Happy Head Turned Liberty Lithographic Lithoprint Long Hair Looking Away Looking Up Magic Magical Media Moonlight Moonlit Natural Light Nocturnal Occult On The Move On The Road One Animal One Object One Person Only Phantom Pose Posed Posing Predator Predatory Printed Prints Publicity Road Transport Road Vehicle Single Object Speed Star Starry Stars Supernatural Thoroughfare Touring Transit Turning Away Using Hands Vehicle Vehicles Wind Windswept Windy Woman Alone Apparel Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Positive Concepts Wings Spread Young Woman
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This and enchanting photograph print showcases a poster advertising Falcon bicycles, created around 1894 by the talented artist Pal (Jean de Paleologue). The colour lithograph measures an impressive 150x119 cm and is part of a private collection. The poster itself exudes a sense of mystery and allure with its depiction of a serene countryside scene illuminated by natural moonlight. A lone female figure gazes away into the distance, her head turned as if captivated by something unseen. The ethereal atmosphere is further enhanced by the presence of ghostly animal themes, adding to the magical ambiance. Pal's artistic prowess shines through in this stunning piece, capturing both the beauty of nature and the excitement surrounding cycling during that era. The advertisement cleverly combines elements of meteorology, astronomy, and communication equipment to create an otherworldly experience for viewers. With its striking composition and attention to detail, this lithograph transports us back to a time when bicycles were not just modes of transportation but symbols of freedom and adventure. It serves as a reminder that art has always been intertwined with everyday life, even in something as seemingly mundane as advertising. This remarkable print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate the skillful craftsmanship behind vintage advertisements while also immersing ourselves in their historical context.
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