Pedal Collection

SINGER SEWING MACHINE. 19th century wood engraving

RHYL 1950S
The seafront at Rhyl, north Wales, showing the sun glistening on the water of the boating lake on a fine day

Monkey driving a toy car
A rather surreal photograph of a monkey driving a model vintage car

Small girl in a pedal car
A little girl grins for the camera as she poses in a sleek and speedy looking pedal sports car somewhere close to the sea, as evidenced by the deckchairs in the background, lining the promenade

Girl Driving Toy Car
a Young Lady Driver

Two golden harps on a cutout greetings card with a country scene. Date: circa 1890s

Tandem bicycle. 19th century engraving

Cycling, Sport, Fun, Travel, 20th century. A print from La Manufacture Francais D Armes et Cycles de Saint-Etienne, French mail order catalog

A twin brother and sister, wearing matching dungarees, play together in a splendid toy pedal car. Date: 1950s

Tight in photographs of Dalhia flower with the pedals radiating outward, Sammamish Washington

Young girl in model racing car
A happy young girl sits in a beautifully-made model of a vintage racing car

Dead Mans Handle
A dead mans handle is a switch that is automatically operated in case the human operator becomes incapacitated. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Small boy with chrome shiny silver pedal car
Small boy in a beautiful silver chrome pedal car with his proud Father alongside

Turning Wood on a Lathe
A turner uses a lathe powered by a foot pedal to carve and shape a length of wood

Bougainvillea blooming, island of Martinique, Lesser Antilles, French West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

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Close up details of white rose Date: 11/11/2009

The ideal tourist bike, Brossard, 3 speeds, 1903

Pedal Car Race, Bologna
CORSA AUTOMOBILISTICA Young Italians - Fangios of the future - compete in a pedal-car race at Bologna Date: 1924

USA, Oregon, Portland, One of the citys yellow loaner bikes from the borrow-a-bike program

FRENCH BICYCLE, c1920. Line cut, French, c1920

Two boys on their Go-cart
Two boys (twin brothers?) in their Sunday best sitting on their beautifully-made toy car, complete with slender steering wheel, running board, lamp and number plate

19th-century illustration showing Michaux-Perreaux's, steam velocipede; a steam-powered velocipede made in France
5311499 19th-century illustration showing Michaux-Perreaux's, steam velocipede; a steam-powered velocipede made in France sometime from 1867 to 1871

Scientific American illustration of the Flying Bedstead
3585978 Scientific American illustration of the Flying Bedstead; (add.info.: Scientific American illustration of the Flying Bedstead (W Ayers flying machine), which was pedal assisted

Engraving depicting a lady riding a tricycle
5308976 Engraving depicting a lady riding a tricycle; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a lady riding a tricycle. Foot pedals and hand levers operated cranks acting in the hub)

Cottage Organ, 1941. Creator: Joseph Cannella
Cottage Organ, 1941

Lines Bros toys advertisement, car and scooters (Tri-ang)
Advertisement for Triangtois toys manufactured by Lines Brothers in the Old Kent Road in London, including a smart pedal car and varieties of scooters including the Fairyscoot and the Fairycycle

Latest style of American velocipede 1869
America were in the middle of bicycle craze, different types of cycles were introduced, this design showing two large wheels revolving around a common axis with a crank motion for both hands

Doug Pinkerton, high wheeler -2
Champion racing cyclist Doug Pinkerton racing his high-wheel, or penny farthing bicycle. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990

Doug Pinkerton, high wheeler -1
Champion racing cyclist Doug Pinkerton racing his high-wheel, or penny farthing bicycle. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990

Girl with pedal car

Henderson Hats Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Henderson Hats, R. C. Henderson Limited, designers and manufacturers of distinctive millinery

A Driver Climbing in to his Cab
A train driver climbs in to the cabin of a British Rail diesel locomotive. Photograph by Heinz Zinram Date: 1950s

Woman Working a Foot Pedalled Power Loom 1854
Factory woman seated at her frame, preparing the wasp for a handloom. At the time the population of upwards of 18, 000 people

Bicycle (photo)
GLS219834 Bicycle (photo) by Macmillan, Kirkpatrick (1812-78); Museum of Transport, Glasgow, Scotland; (add.info.: first bike to have foot pedals; fined 5 shillings for causing an accident;)

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USA, Washington, Sammamish. Daylily with dew drops Date: 28/08/2009

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USA, Indiana. Hybrid water lilies Date: 11/11/2009

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Pink dahlia detail Date: 28/08/2009

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Peony with raindrops - Olympic Pennisula Washington Date: 18/09/2006

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Gerbery Daisy. Date: 25/03/2005

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Greenland Tulip, Butchart Gardens, British Columbia, Canada, Garden of Greenland Tulips Date: 23/02/2007

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Greenland Tulip, Butchart Gardens, British Columbia, Canada, Garden of Greenland Tulips Date: 23/02/2007

Rival Attractions, Pedal or Paddle? (engraving)
1615789 Rival Attractions, Pedal or Paddle? (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rival Attractions, Pedal or Paddle)

1967 Volvo P121 Estate. Creator: Tim Woodcock
1967 Volvo P121 Estate

Grand Piano, c. 1938. Creator: Ray Price
Grand Piano, c. 1938

Close-up of Spiderworts at the side of a rarely traveled road

Flower with bright flaming colors and ghostly reflection in the water

Pianoforte actions (litho)
6013758 Pianoforte actions (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pianoforte actions. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

Novelties at the National Cycle Show at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1056832 Novelties at the National Cycle Show at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Pedaling into the Past: Exploring Rhyl's 1950s with Fun and Adventure" Step back in time to Rhyl's vibrant 1950s, where pedal-powered wonders ruled the streets. From a mischievous monkey driving a toy car to a small girl joyfully cruising in her pedal car, these nostalgic scenes capture the essence of pure childhood delight. In this era of innocence and simplicity, even girls took charge behind the wheel, as seen by the determined little driver maneuvering her toy car with utmost focus. Meanwhile, two golden harps on a cutout greetings card remind us of the enchanting melodies that filled those carefree days. Cycling was not just a means of transport but also synonymous with sport, fun, and travel during this remarkable period. The tandem bicycle symbolizes companionship and shared adventures that brought families closer together. And who could forget the iconic Singer sewing machine from the 19th century? A testament to innovation and craftsmanship that revolutionized homes across generations. DDE-90036800 captures an endearing moment between twin siblings dressed alike in matching dungarees – their splendid toy becoming their world as they play side by side. This image reminds us of simpler times when imagination knew no bounds. Traveling through time again takes us to 1903 when Brossard introduced its ideal tourist bike boasting three speeds. It represents an era when cycling became more than just transportation; it became an expression of freedom and exploration. Lastly, we find ourselves captivated by Sammamish's stunning photographs showcasing delicate dahlias with radiant petals unfurling outward like nature's own masterpiece. These images remind us that beauty lies not only in human creations but also within nature itself. As we reflect on these captivating glimpses into history - Rhyl's lively past intertwined with playful moments captured through pedals - let them inspire our present-day adventures while cherishing memories from our collective past.