Fine Art Print : Baron von Drais's bicycle (Draisienne). Exhibited Paris 1818. Woodcut from Mechanics Magazine, London, September, 1832

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Baron von Drais's bicycle (Draisienne). Exhibited Paris 1818. Woodcut from Mechanics Magazine, London, September, 1832

530733 Baron von Drais's bicycle (Draisienne). Exhibited Paris 1818. Woodcut from Mechanics Magazine, London, September, 1832.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38208470

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1818 1832 Baron Bicycle Draisienne Exhibited Mechanics September Drais

21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Step back in time with our Fine Art Prints featuring historic images like Baron von Drais's bicycle (Draisienne) from 1818. A unique piece of history captured in a stunning woodcut print.

21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This woodcut print from the Mechanics' Magazine in London, dated September 1832, showcases Baron von Drais's revolutionary invention - the bicycle or "Draisienne" as it was known back then. The image captures a momentous event in transportation history when this two-wheeled contraption was first exhibited in Paris in 1818. Baron Karl von Drais, a German inventor and civil servant, created this early version of the bicycle to provide an alternative mode of transport during a time when horse-drawn carriages dominated the streets. With its simple design featuring two wheels connected by a wooden frame and handlebars for steering, the Draisienne offered individuals newfound freedom to travel independently. The woodcut print beautifully illustrates the elegance and ingenuity of Baron von Drais's creation, showcasing how this innovative vehicle paved the way for modern-day bicycles that we see today. It serves as a reminder of how one man's vision and determination can lead to groundbreaking advancements that shape our world. As we admire this historical artifact preserved through art, let us appreciate the impact that Baron von Drais's bicycle had on transforming transportation systems and inspiring future generations of inventors and engineers.

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