Bicycles Collection (page 44)

Companion Safety Bicycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Simpson Lever Chain, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

A Notable Tricyclist - F. T. Bidlake, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

The First Pneumatic-Tyred Bicycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Invincible Tandem Tricycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Olympia Tandem Tricycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Rover Safety Bicycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Rucker Tandem Bicycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Invincible Bicycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Post Office Centre-Cycles, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Sociable Tricycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Salvo Tricycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Lawsons Bicyclette, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Singer Tricycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Michaux Velocipede, 1865, (1939). From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

A Dandy-Horse or Draisienne of the type fashionable c1820. (Colorised black and white print)

The Squire Beating Time, 19th century, (1911). From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

The part played by motor transports in the retreat from Antwerp, 1914. Cars attached to the Belgian Army and the British Naval Brigade drawn up on the outskirts of the city

Road Time Trial Bicycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Coventry Rotary Tricycle, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Sawyers Velocipede, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Macmillans Lever-Driven Bicycle, 1839, (1939). From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Ladys Pedestrian Hobby-Horse, 1819, (1939). From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Pedestrian Hobby-Horse, 1819, (1939). From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]

Johnsons Pedestrian Hobby-Horse Riding School at 377, Strand, 1819, (1912). Coloured aquatint showing fashionably dresed men riding hobby horses at a riding school in London

Hercules - Coronation Celebrations, 1953

Hercules - The Finest Bicycle Built, c1930

Cherry Blossoms At Uyeno Park Tokyo, c1910. Ueno Park is a spacious open area in the Ueno district of Taito, Tokyo, Japan

Advertisement for Georges Richard bicycles, c1900

Advertisement for Societe Parisienne bicycles, c1895

Advertisement for Hurtu bicycles, c1900

Advertisement for Favor bicycles and motorcycles, 1927. Artist: Jean Pruniere
Advertisement for Favor bicycles and motorcycles, 1927

Advertisement for Hurtu cars and bicycles, c1900s

Advertisement for Cycles Gladiator bicycles, c1900

Exterior of the Banqueting Hall, Whitehall Palace, 1902. Artist: Thomas Robert Way
Exterior of the Banqueting Hall, Whitehall Palace, 1902. From Ancient Royal Palaces in and Near London. [John Lane, London and New York, 1902]

Frank Southall, cycling champion, 1935
Frank Southall (1904-1964), British cycling champion and Olympic silver medalist. A print from the photo album Popular Personalities, issued for Piccadilly Juniors Oval Photos, 1935

Queens Golden Monastery, Mandalay, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
Queens Golden Monastery, Mandalay, Burma, 1908. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, c1900s(?). Postcard

Early forms of cycles, 19th or 20th century. Primitive bicycles; the Dandy Horse ; Gompertzs velocipede; the Dublin velocipede; the Bone Shaker

Street, Copenhagen, Denmark, c1922. Artist: Edward Galloway
Street, Copenhagen, Denmark, c1922. A print from Peoples of all Nations, Volume III, edited by JA Hammerton, The Fleetway House, London, c1922

The Vesterbrogade, Copenhagen, Denmark, c1922. Artist: T Larsen
The Vesterbrogade, Copenhagen, Denmark, c1922. A print from Peoples of all Nations, Volume III, edited by JA Hammerton, The Fleetway House, London, c1922

A trooper of the 2nd Life Guards polishing up for parade, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
A trooper of the 2nd Life Guards polishing up for parade, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 21st August 1896

Pierre and Marie Curie, French physicists, 1906. Polish-born Marie Curie and her husband Pierre continued the work on radioactivity started by Henri Becquerel

Isezakicho Dori, Yokohama, Japan, 20th century. Wooden postcard

Street in Motomachi, Yokohama, Japan, 20th century

We are Off, c1900

French cavalry attacking German troops, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

French soldiers at a railway station, Paris, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

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"Bicycles: A Timeless Mode of Transportation and Adventure" From the historic D-Day landings on Juno Beach to the thrilling Tour De France in 1930, they have played a significant role in shaping our world. They have been witness to remarkable moments, like British and Canadian troops landing on the shores of Normandy during World War II. Intricate illustrations by William Heath Robinson capture the whimsical charm of cycling, showcasing a decided catch as riders navigate their way through imaginative contraptions. Meanwhile, Mont Ventoux stands tall in Provence, France, beckoning cyclists from all over Europe to conquer its challenging slopes. Closer to home, Main Street in Salisbury, North Carolina bustles with life as cyclists pedal along its vibrant lanes. The iconic Penny Farthing takes us back in time when this unique bicycle design ruled the roads. And who can resist smiling at the sight of a Border Terrier dog comfortably nestled in a basket attached to a bike? Traveling across borders brings us to Sutton Park's picturesque entrance in Birmingham and Mr Frederick Witts proudly posing with his Penny Farthing bicycle at his home in Bryncoch, Neath, Wales. Even Market Day in Cookstown becomes livelier as locals cycle through bustling streets filled with colorful stalls. It also offer breathtaking views; just imagine witnessing sunrise over Utrecht's Dom Tower and Vismarkt-Choorstraat along Oudegracht - an enchanting scene that only cycling can provide. On another continent entirely lies Bangladesh where rickshaws gracefully glide through narrow alleys offering side views that showcase local culture. Whether it is for leisurely rides or daring adventures, bicycles continue to captivate hearts worldwide. Their timeless appeal transcends boundaries and connects people from different walks of life – reminding us that no matter where we are or what era we live in, bicycles remain an emblem of freedom and exploration.