Cyclist Collection (#4)

History of Cycling: Lawson's "Bicyclette" (colour litho)
8668513 History of Cycling: Lawson's "Bicyclette" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lawson's "Bicyclette")

History of Cycling: Coventry Rotary Tricycle (colour litho)
8668511 History of Cycling: Coventry Rotary Tricycle (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coventry Rotary Tricycle)

History of Cycling: Michaux Velocipede (colour litho)
8668510 History of Cycling: Michaux Velocipede (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Michaux Velocipede)

Portrait of Gaston Rivierre (1862-1942), French cyclist
JEB4839038 Portrait of Gaston Rivierre (1862-1942), French cyclist.; (add.info.: Portrait of Gaston Rivierre (1862-1942), French cyclist.); © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023

France, Lower Normandy, Calvados (14), Lisieux: Soldiers of the 20th regiment pose with cyclists, nurses and nurses
LUX4727301 France, Lower Normandy, Calvados (14), Lisieux: Soldiers of the 20th regiment pose with cyclists, nurses and nurses, 1910; (add.info.: France, Lower Normandy, Calvados (14)

cycle: The route of the sea in Longeville, 1922, Longeville, France - Autochrome anonymous
LUX4696574 cycle: The route of the sea in Longeville, 1922, Longeville, France - Autochrome anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: cycle: The route of the sea in Longeville, 1922, Longeville)

Portrait of Paul Ernest Bourrillon (1877-1942), French cyclist
JEB4839105 Portrait of Paul Ernest Bourrillon (1877-1942), French cyclist.; (add.info.: Portrait of Paul Ernest Bourrillon (1877-1942), French cyclist.); © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023

France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), Saumur: bicycle race on a beacon circuit with wooden barriers, 1900
LUX4777245 France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), Saumur: bicycle race on a beacon circuit with wooden barriers, 1900; (add.info.: France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49)

France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64): 2 young girls ride on a dusty road, 1895
LUX4773167 France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64): 2 young girls ride on a dusty road, 1895; (add.info.: France, Aquitaine, Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64): 2 young girls ride on a dusty road

France: soldier, military nurse on bicycle with red cross armband, cap with number 130 and fleece, 1900 - regiment 130
LUX4772842 France: soldier, military nurse on bicycle with red cross armband, cap with number 130 and fleece, 1900 - regiment 130; (add.info.: France: soldier)

Italy, Lombardy, Mantua: Chateau Corto Reale, Ducale Palace, lively view with many passers-by
LUX4771491 Italy, Lombardy, Mantua: Chateau Corto Reale, Ducale Palace, lively view with many passers-by and restoration works with scaffolding, 1895; (add.info.: Italy, Lombardy)

France: 10th regiment soldiers with their bikes at the Vosges border, 1900
LUX4815693 France: 10th regiment soldiers with their bikes at the Vosges border, 1900; (add.info.: France: 10th regiment soldiers with their bikes at the Vosges border, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Soldiers, officers and political leaders await a parade in front of a police
LUX4811044 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Soldiers, officers and political leaders await a parade in front of a police station, 1900; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Soldiers

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong: kennel of a settler, 1900
LUX4810136 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong: kennel of a settler, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong: kennel of a settler, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

France, in a city of Brittany, cycle merchant poses with his cycles and the people of the village
LUX4806869 France, in a city of Brittany, cycle merchant poses with his cycles and the people of the village, 1895 - touring club de France, public service by road autonomy without scramble, scotte

France, Rhone-Alpes, Savoie (73), Chambery: the fountain of elephants, 1900
LUX4796110 France, Rhone-Alpes, Savoie (73), Chambery: the fountain of elephants, 1900; (add.info.: France, Rhone-Alpes, Savoie (73), Chambery: the fountain of elephants

France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Annecy: view of a street in the city center with shops, arcades, 1900
LUX4796048 France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Annecy: view of a street in the city center with shops, arcades, 1900; Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Switzerland, Canton of Bern, Bern: the Federal Palace, 1895
LUX4795217 Switzerland, Canton of Bern, Bern: the Federal Palace, 1895 -; (add.info.: Switzerland, Canton of Bern, Bern: the Federal Palace, 1895 -); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 7, 1900, longchamp racecourse, car
LUX4784624 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 7, 1900, longchamp racecourse, car and bicycle festival of dramatic artists - Presentation of the participants in the cycling race

France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Pas-de-Calais (62), Equihen-Plage: September 1901
LUX4783587 France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Pas-de-Calais (62), Equihen-Plage: September 1901, hippomobile and bike crew coming to the beach of Equihen, 1901; (add.info.: France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais)

The Bicycle Ride (engraving)
8665229 The Bicycle Ride (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bicycle Ride. Illustration for The Children's Treasury of Pictures and Stories)

A Man on a Monocycle, 1890
LUX4815780 A Man on a Monocycle, 1890; (add.info.: A Man on a Monocycle, 1890); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Cyclists with bicycles decorated with flowers during the Rose Festival, Florence; stereoscopic image
3571352 Cyclists with bicycles decorated with flowers during the Rose Festival, Florence; stereoscopic image by Unknown photographer

A riunion of cyclists in costume, gathered from all over Tuscany, in Empoli
3569950 A riunion of cyclists in costume, gathered from all over Tuscany, in Empoli by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Empoli 1895 Photographer)

Unicycle invented by Langmaak and Strief
5616640 Unicycle invented by Langmaak and Strief; (add.info.: Unicycle invented by Langmaak and Strief; San Francisco, USA 1893. 01/01/1893); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Land of cocagne, a serie created by Pellerin printer, 1860 (Epinal print)
5669534 The Land of cocagne, a serie created by Pellerin printer, 1860 (Epinal print); (add.info.: Jean-Charles Pellerin (1756-1836), French draftsman, illustrator and printer

France, Centre, Loiret (45), Orleans: 2 men on a tandem next to the Orleans slaughterhouse, 1900
LUX4760898 France, Centre, Loiret (45), Orleans: 2 men on a tandem next to the Orleans slaughterhouse, 1900; (add.info.: France, Centre, Loiret (45)

Advertisement for bicycles of the company " Alfred Gericke, Vienna, General-Depot for cycles of the companies
UTD4924315 Advertisement for bicycles of the company " Alfred Gericke, Vienna, General-Depot for cycles of the companies Triumph and Raleigh

Trade card for Stower's Lime Juice Cordial (colour litho)
8677733 Trade card for Stower's Lime Juice Cordial (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tour de France (b/w photo)
8676169 Tour de France (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One hundred and sixty cyclists take part in a race round France)

Woman cyclist (b/w photo)
8672180 Woman cyclist (b/w photo) by Belgian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman cyclist. Vintage photograph reproduced in Petit Musee de la Curiosite Photographique)

History of Cycling: Path Racing Bicycle (colour litho)
8669877 History of Cycling: Path Racing Bicycle (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Path Racing Bicycle)

History of Cycling: Lady Cyclist Wearing Divided Skirt (colour litho)
8668532 History of Cycling: Lady Cyclist Wearing Divided Skirt (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Cyclist Wearing Divided Skirt)

France, Centre, Loir et Cher (41), Chambord: 24 May 1900, Chateau de Chambord under thicker clouds, front view
LUX4777140 France, Centre, Loir et Cher (41), Chambord: 24 May 1900, Chateau de Chambord under thicker clouds, front view, 4 cyclotourists pose in front of the facade, 1900 - M. Klein, M

France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), La Varenne: Amateurs pose on their bike
LUX4747948 France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), La Varenne: Amateurs pose on their bike, 1875 - Mr and Mrs Poree Weninger, Mme Butet, Jeanne Fores; (add.info.: France, Pays de la Loire)

France, Lorraine, Vosges (88), Saint-Die-des-Vosges (Saint Die des Vosges): Tourists and travellers at the border, 1895
LUX4816144 France, Lorraine, Vosges (88), Saint-Die-des-Vosges (Saint Die des Vosges): Tourists and travellers at the border, 1895; (add.info.: France, Lorraine, Vosges (88)

France: Repair of a bike by its owner in a blouse, 1900
LUX4815549 France: Repair of a bike by its owner in a blouse, 1900; (add.info.: France: Repair of a bike by its owner in a blouse, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

France, Auvergne, Cantal (15), Dienne: Officials await cyclists at Peyrol's step, 1905
LUX4811513 France, Auvergne, Cantal (15), Dienne: Officials await cyclists at Peyrol's step, 1905; (add.info.: France, Auvergne, Cantal (15)

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race, 1908
LUX4803198 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race, 1908; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: The velodrome, a track bike race

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Sainte Radegonde: Racing automobile Tours-Blois-Tours, stage of the race
LUX4801235 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Sainte Radegonde: Racing automobile Tours-Blois-Tours, stage of the race, drivers and race commissioners discuss, 1898; (add.info.: France, Centre)

France, Lorraine, Meuse (55), Verdun: tourists visit the battlefield, the ruins of the city after the war
LUX4799474 France, Lorraine, Meuse (55), Verdun: tourists visit the battlefield, the ruins of the city after the war, 1920 - trade: Butcher's shop Klein; (add.info.: France, Lorraine, Meuse (55)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 7, 1900, longchamp racecourse, car
LUX4784638 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): July 7, 1900, longchamp racecourse, car and cyclist party of dramatic artists - First round of the women cyclists race, 1900; (add.info.: France)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Bois de Boulogne, cyclists at rest, 1897
LUX4783472 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Bois de Boulogne, cyclists at rest, 1897; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Bois de Boulogne, cyclists at rest

Vaucresson, Hauts de Seine (92): A bourgeois family poses at the door of their villa with their bicycles, 1899
LUX4728580 Vaucresson, Hauts de Seine (92): A bourgeois family poses at the door of their villa with their bicycles, 1899, Famille Cadrans; (add.info.: Vaucresson)

Vendee picturesque: Le dungeon de Morricq, September 1922, Morricq, France - Autochrome anonymous - Collection privee
LUX4696496 Vendee picturesque: Le dungeon de Morricq, September 1922, Morricq, France - Autochrome anonymous - Collection privee; (add.info.: Vendee picturesque: Le dungeon de Morricq)

Bicylette couple. Photography around 1898
IMB4916666 Bicylette couple. Photography around 1898; (add.info.: Bicylette couple. Photography around 1898); Photo © BAO/Imagebroker

Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1903_7_4: Photography, Leisure, Province, Cycling, byciclette, little queen
ICA4860832 Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1903_7_4: Photography, Leisure, Province, Cycling, byciclette, little queen; (add.info.: Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1903_7_4: Photography, Leisure)

Portrait of Ludovic Morin (1877-1934), French cyclist
JEB4839094 Portrait of Ludovic Morin (1877-1934), French cyclist.; (add.info.: Portrait of Ludovic Morin (1877-1934), French cyclist.); © Jean Bernard. All rights reserved 2023

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Cycling through the picturesque landscapes of France, a cyclist takes part in the renowned Tour De France, showcasing their endurance and passion for the sport. Reminiscent of a bygone era, Penny Farthing Cyclists gather in Fowey, Cornwall in August 1992, capturing the nostalgia and charm of vintage cycling. Venturing to Mont Ventoux in Provence, France, cyclists conquer this challenging climb with determination and grace. Not limited to road cycling alone, adrenaline junkies embrace motorbike racing at the exhilarating Tourist Trophy Race. Meanwhile, a mountain biker fearlessly tackles Honister Pass amidst the breathtaking scenery of The Lake District in Cumbria, England. Drawing inspiration from literary greats like Thomas Hardy and historical figures such as Mr Frederick Witts with his penny farthing bicycle in Bryncoch, Neath Wales; cyclists embody freedom and adventure across time. From Holmes' thrilling encounters to serving as messengers during war times like the British Army messenger pigeon service; cyclists have played diverse roles throughout history. Captured against a backdrop of Rotherfield's idyllic landscape or Cardiff Workhouse's poignant setting on Cowbridge Road; these images showcase both beauty and resilience. Whether ascending Honister Pass or exploring new horizons around the world; cyclists unite under one common love - their unwavering passion for two wheels. Through triumphs and challenges alike, they push boundaries while embracing nature's wonders along every pedal stroke.