Ride A Bicycle Collection (#4)

Publicity Poster for the Valencian Regional Exposition Cycling Contest, 1909 (oil on canvas)
IND54621 Publicity Poster for the Valencian Regional Exposition Cycling Contest, 1909 (oil on canvas); Private Collection; Index Fototeca

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Manege in a village party, 1900
LUX4815981 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Manege in a village party, 1900; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: Manege in a village party

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): airship balloon. Santos Dumont aboard the damsel makes an outing followed by a crowd
LUX4782253 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): airship balloon. Santos Dumont aboard the damsel makes an outing followed by a crowd of curious, 1900 - Airship Balloon No

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Bois de Boulogne, a woman learns to bike, 1897
LUX4783477 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Bois de Boulogne, a woman learns to bike, 1897; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Bois de Boulogne, a woman learns to bike

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): airship balloon. Santos Dumont aboard the damsel makes an outing followed by a crowd
LUX4782277 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): airship balloon. Santos Dumont aboard the damsel makes an outing followed by a crowd of curious, 1900 - Airship Balloon No

A man on a big bi, an ancestor of the bicycle. Late 19th century Historic photograph, man riding a penny-farthing
IMB4930054 A man on a big bi, an ancestor of the bicycle. Late 19th century Historic photograph, man riding a penny-farthing; (add.info.: A man on a big bi, an ancestor of the bicycle)

Chevreuse, Yvelines (78): puncture of a bike of a group of walkers travelling from Paris to Chartres, 1900
LUX4728515 Chevreuse, Yvelines (78): puncture of a bike of a group of walkers travelling from Paris to Chartres, 1900; (add.info.: Chevreuse)

France: Macons pose in front of their yard with their instrument, 1900
LUX4815765 France: Macons pose in front of their yard with their instrument, 1900; (add.info.: France: Macons pose in front of their yard with their instrument, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Matrimonial agency, announcement of a young cyclist - Postcard, ca. 1910
LSE4088428 Matrimonial agency, announcement of a young cyclist - Postcard, ca. 1910; Private Collection; (add.info.: Matrimonial agency, announcement of a young cyclist - Postcard, ca)

A Tandem Bicycle
3790541 A Tandem Bicycle; (add.info.: A Tandem Bicycle. Early 20th century illustration. La Locomotion a Travers le Temps, Les Moeurs et L'Espace by Uzanne, Octave)

The Fashion for Bicycles in the Bois de Boulogne
3787742 The Fashion for Bicycles in the Bois de Boulogne; (add.info.: The Fashion for Bicycles in the Bois de Boulogne (French: La Vogue de la Bicyclette au Bois de Boulogne'), 1897

The Fashion for Bicycles in the Bois de Boulogne
3787952 The Fashion for Bicycles in the Bois de Boulogne; (add.info.: The Fashion for Bicycles in the Bois de Boulogne (French: La Vogue de la Bicyclette au Bois de Boulogne'), 1897

Woman riding a bicycle
3790553 Woman riding a bicycle.; (add.info.: Woman riding a bicycle. Illustration, early 20th century. La Locomotion a Travers le Temps, Les Moeurs et L'Espace by Uzanne, Octave. Paris, 1912. p)

Pirelli bicycle advert, 1916 (colour litho)
3032165 Pirelli bicycle advert, 1916 (colour litho) by Codognato, Plinio (1878-1940); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Star Bicycle, 1882 (print)
3672898 Star Bicycle, 1882 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: James Francis Driscoll collection of historical American sheet music)

Velocipede Song and Galop, 1869 (print)
3672882 Velocipede Song and Galop, 1869 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

New York and Coney Island Cycle March, 1896 (print)
3672861 New York and Coney Island Cycle March, 1896 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

The Scorcher, 1897 (print)
3672903 The Scorcher, 1897 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: James Francis Driscoll collection of historical American sheet music)

Winthrop Cycle Club, 1897 (print)
3672885 Winthrop Cycle Club, 1897 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

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A Bicycle Wedding, 1909 (colour litho)
498834 A Bicycle Wedding, 1909 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mariage en Bicyclette; cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25 April, 1909;)

Photographic print : albumen, of photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, full-length self-portrait dressed as a man
3519790 Photographic print : albumen, of photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, full-length self-portrait dressed as a man with a false moustache, posed with Penny Farthing bicycle, facing left

A 19th century female cyclist. From The Strand Magazine published 1897
878582 A 19th century female cyclist. From The Strand Magazine published 1897. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection

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"Pedaling through Time: A Journey on Two Wheels" Step back in time and embark on a nostalgic ride as we explore the captivating world of bicycles throughout history. From the iconic Star Bicycle of 1882 to the enchanting Penny Farthing captured in a self-portrait by Frances Benjamin Johnston, these prints and photographs offer glimpses into an era where cycling was not just a means of transportation but also a symbol of freedom and adventure. In 1869, the Velocipede Song and Galop print celebrated the exhilarating sensation of riding at high speeds, capturing the essence of this newfound passion. Fast forward to 1896, when New York and Coney Island Cycle March showcased cyclists parading with pride along bustling streets, leaving spectators in awe. The Scorcher print from 1897 depicts daredevil riders pushing their limits, racing against time with adrenaline coursing through their veins. Meanwhile, Winthrop Cycle Club's image from that same year showcases camaraderie among enthusiasts who formed tight-knit communities around their shared love for cycling. A Bicycle Wedding lithograph from 1909 adds a touch of whimsy to our journey as it portrays two souls united by their mutual affection for this beloved mode of transport. And let us not forget the trailblazing women who defied societal norms; The Strand Magazine's publication in 1897 featured an inspiring female cyclist breaking barriers one pedal stroke at a time. As we gaze upon these prints and photographs frozen in time, we are reminded that riding a bicycle is more than just physical exertion - it represents progress, liberation, and endless possibilities. So hop on your own trusty steed today and experience firsthand why this timeless activity continues to captivate hearts across generations.