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498862 The Prince Imperial, watched by his parents, the Emperor and Empress, shows his skill in cycling on a Michaux velocipede in the Tuileries Gardens, Paris, 1869 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cycling was a passion of Eugene-Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte (1856-79), only son of son of Emperor Louis Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie and he became known to caricaturists as Velocipede IV ; this illustration from L Univers Illustre shows the prince exercising in the Jardin des Tuileries with his young cousin, the Duke of Alba; engraved by Charles Maurand after a drawing by M. Miranda; ); French, out of copyright
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In this engraving from 1869, we are transported back in time to the Tuileries Gardens in Paris. The scene is filled with excitement and admiration as the Prince Imperial showcases his cycling skills on a Michaux velocipede. Standing nearby, watching proudly, are his parents - the Emperor and Empress. Cycling was not just a mere hobby for Eugene-Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte; it was a passion that earned him the nickname "Velocipede IV" among caricaturists of the time. As the only son of Emperor Louis Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie, he had inherited their love for this exhilarating sport. The illustration captures a moment of leisurely exercise for the young prince, accompanied by his cousin, the Duke of Alba. Pedaling through Jardin des Tuileries with confidence and grace, he embodies both athleticism and royalty. This image offers us a glimpse into an era when bicycles were still relatively new inventions. It highlights not only the prince's skill but also signifies how cycling became increasingly popular during this period. Preserved in private collection today, this print serves as a testament to history's fascination with both sportsmanship and nobility. It reminds us that even those born into privilege can find joy in simple pleasures like riding a bicycle through beautiful gardens – creating memories that transcend time itself.
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