Female Cyclist Collection (#9)

Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park, London (b / w photo)
5986852 Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park, London)

Elephants on bicycles (colour litho)
6032790 Elephants on bicycles (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephants on bicycles. Days of the Week)

Advertisement for the Columbia Bicycle from the Pope Manufacturing Co, Boston, Massachusetts, USA (litho)
6030750 Advertisement for the Columbia Bicycle from the Pope Manufacturing Co, Boston, Massachusetts, USA (litho) by American School

The Cycle Section of the "Artists"Volunteers, awaiting Orders to start (b / w photo)
1629574 The Cycle Section of the " Artists" Volunteers, awaiting Orders to start (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1622994 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by Crowquill, Alfred (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

A Tour on a Tandem Tricycle (engraving)
1591934 A Tour on a Tandem Tricycle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tour on a Tandem Tricycle)

Two- Wheeled Celerifere under the Directory
3787615 Two- Wheeled Celerifere under the Directory by Courboin, Eugene (1851-1915); (add.info.: Two- Wheeled Celerifere under the Directory (early bike-like vehicle)

The New Aluminium Humber Cycles (engraving)
1615275 The New Aluminium Humber Cycles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Aluminium Humber Cycles)

The National Cycle Show at the Crystal Palace, General View (engraving)
1606082 The National Cycle Show at the Crystal Palace, General View (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Cycle Show at the Crystal Palace)

Cyclomania in France (engraving)
1605587 Cyclomania in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cyclomania in France. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 July 1896)

The Simpson Lever Chain (engraving)
1605430 The Simpson Lever Chain (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Simpson Lever Chain. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 June 1896)

Cycle and Motor Shows at the Crystal Palace and the Agricultural Hall (litho)
1628661 Cycle and Motor Shows at the Crystal Palace and the Agricultural Hall (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

Easter with the Volunteers (litho)
1036891 Easter with the Volunteers (litho) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter with the Volunteers)

The Prince Of Wales, on a bicycle (b / w photo)
3656700 The Prince Of Wales, on a bicycle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince Of Wales, on a bicycle)

Three dogs on bicycles (colour litho)
3656527 Three dogs on bicycles (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three dogs on bicycles)

The Annual Meet of the Motor Car Club, the Run to Brighton (engraving)
1043284 The Annual Meet of the Motor Car Club, the Run to Brighton (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annual Meet of the Motor Car Club)

A Drink by the Way, a Ladies Bicycling Picnic in the Environs of Paris (engraving)
1051089 A Drink by the Way, a Ladies Bicycling Picnic in the Environs of Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Drink by the Way)

A Cycle Journey across Spain (litho)
1050928 A Cycle Journey across Spain (litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cycle Journey across Spain)

University College, Cardiff (colour photo)
3091255 University College, Cardiff (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: University College, Cardiff)

Paris policemen using bicycles (colour litho)
3099114 Paris policemen using bicycles (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris policemen using bicycles. La police a Paris)

The Stanley Bicycle Show at the Agricultural Hall, some of the Novelties (engraving)
1042668 The Stanley Bicycle Show at the Agricultural Hall, some of the Novelties (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bicycle Race from Bath to London, the Start (engraving)
1053057 Bicycle Race from Bath to London, the Start (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bicycle Race from Bath to London, the Start)

Imperial and Royal Cyclists (litho)
1048237 Imperial and Royal Cyclists (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Imperial and Royal Cyclists)

After the Ball is over (engraving)
1064195 After the Ball is over (engraving) by Rainey, William (1852-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Ball is over)

The Romance of Cycling (engraving)
1046619 The Romance of Cycling (engraving) by Johnston, Harry Hamilton (1858-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Romance of Cycling, Reminiscences of a Run with a North London Club)

Race between Bicycles and Horses at the Agricultural Hall, Islington (engraving)
1046256 Race between Bicycles and Horses at the Agricultural Hall, Islington (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cause and Effect, the Penalties of Sports (engraving)
1064107 Cause and Effect, the Penalties of Sports (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cause and Effect, the Penalties of Sports)

The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall (engraving)
1064025 The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stanley Cycle Show at the Agricultural Hall)

Bicycles in the German Army, Soldiers returning Home on Furlough Riding through a Village (litho)
1063565 Bicycles in the German Army, Soldiers returning Home on Furlough Riding through a Village (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bicycle Tournament at Liverpool (engraving)
1103958 Bicycle Tournament at Liverpool (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bicycle Tournament at Liverpool)

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In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, female cyclists were breaking barriers and defying societal norms. These brave women took to the streets on their bicycles, challenging traditional gender roles and embracing a newfound sense of freedom. One captivating engraving from 1889 titled "Eingestaendnis" depicts a tender moment between a man and his beloved lady. With love in his eyes, he admits his feelings while they ride together on a tricycle. This image captures the joyous spirit of these pioneering women who found love while pedaling through life. Another intriguing engraving from the same year showcases an adventurous scene titled "Hunting chickens and hares with the penny-farthing. " Here, we witness fearless female cyclists fearlessly pursuing their prey on these iconic high-wheeled bicycles. Their determination and skill demonstrate that nothing could stand in their way. The illustration by Paul Heydel titled "Kinder-Waerterin" transports us to 1889 when pushchairs resembled bicycles. This innovative design allowed nannies to effortlessly transport children while enjoying the thrill of cycling themselves. It exemplifies how even childcare duties couldn't hinder these women's passion for cycling. A fascinating glimpse into history is captured in an engraving from 1898 showcasing a tandem bicycle designed for three persons. This unique contraption symbolizes unity as couples or friends embarked on thrilling adventures together, sharing laughter and creating lasting memories along the way. Dr. Rowe's remarkable journey comes alive in a black-and-white photograph from 1936 as he greets Argentinian cyclists after completing an incredible two-and-a-half-year trip around the world by bicycle. His achievement serves as inspiration for all those who dare to dream big and embark on extraordinary journeys. Thomas Stevens' portrait reminds us that English cyclist was not only an adventurer but also made history as he became the first person to circumnavigate Earth solely by bicycle riding his trusty penny farthing.