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Poster Print : BICYCLES: FRANCE, 1868. Prince Napoleon of France (1856-1879) peddling a velocipede through the forest at Compiegne in 1868. Contemporary wood engraving
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BICYCLES: FRANCE, 1868. Prince Napoleon of France (1856-1879) peddling a velocipede through the forest at Compiegne in 1868. Contemporary wood engraving
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Media ID 7539269
1868 Bicycling Eugene High Imperial Napoleon Prince Recreation Sport Velocipede Wheel Compiegne Napoleon Iv
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Bicycles: France, 1868 poster print. This captivating image features Prince Napoleon of France (1856-1879) gracefully peddling a velocipede, an early form of the bicycle, through the serene forest at Compiegne. The intricate detail and timeless charm of this contemporary wood engraving, originally from The Granger Collection, will transport you to an era of elegance and innovation. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of nostalgia to any space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print, we are transported back to France in the year 1868. The image captures a moment of leisure and adventure as Prince Napoleon of France, a member of the imperial family, confidently pedals his velocipede through the enchanting forest at Compiegne. This contemporary wood engraving beautifully portrays an era when bicycles were still a novelty and cycling was emerging as a popular sport. The prince's regal presence is juxtaposed against the rustic surroundings, highlighting both his privileged status and his willingness to embrace new forms of transportation. With determination etched on his face, he navigates the uneven terrain with grace and skill. His high wheel bicycle stands tall, symbolizing progress and innovation. This image not only offers us a glimpse into the daily life of French nobility during that time but also speaks to the transformative power of technology in shaping society. It reminds us that even those born into privilege can find joy in simple pleasures like bicycling through nature. As we admire this historical snapshot captured by The Granger Collection, let us appreciate how far we have come since then while cherishing our own moments of recreation and exploration on two wheels.
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