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A nineteenth century three wheeled velocipede on a railroad track. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896
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A nineteenth century three wheeled velocipede on a railroad track. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896
745826 A nineteenth century three wheeled velocipede on a railroad track. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896 by English School, (19th century)
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Draisine Land Powered Railroad Track Vehicle Velocipede Wheel Wheeled Wheels Handcar Operated
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This print transports us back to the 19th century, where we catch a glimpse of an extraordinary mode of transportation. In this illustration from The Strand Magazine, published in 1896, we see a fascinating nineteenth-century three-wheeled velocipede on a railroad track. The hand-operated land vehicle, known as a draisine or handcar, was powered solely by human strength. Its unique design featured one large wheel at the front and two smaller wheels at the back. This innovative contraption allowed individuals to traverse railway tracks with relative ease. As we examine this intricate illustration closely, it becomes evident that this velocipede represents an era when transportation was undergoing significant advancements. The late nineteenth century witnessed remarkable progress in locomotion technology, and this peculiar vehicle stands as a testament to those developments. Captured by Ken Welsh's artistic lens and reproduced beautifully by Fine Art Finder, this print evokes curiosity about our ancestors' ingenuity and their relentless pursuit of progress. It reminds us that even during simpler times, humans were driven to create new means of travel and exploration. Whether displayed in a gallery or cherished within your personal collection, this historical artwork serves as both an aesthetic delight and a thought-provoking reminder of how far we have come in the realm of transportation.
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