Bicycles Collection (page 46)

Singers special safety bicycle, c1886 (1890). This chain-driven machine introduced the diamond frame which gave greater rigidity in spite of its lightness

Soldering bicycle parts in an American factory, c1900

Rover Safety Bicycle, c1885. The design of the present-day bicycle has remained much the same as the Rover safety bicycle, the first embodiment of the modern vehicle, designed by John Kemp Starley

Welding bicycle frames in an American factory, 1900

Gathering of the UK cycling clubs at Castle Inn, Woodford, Essex, 1 June 1889. After a day of cycling followed by an evening smoking concert the gathering took a Chinese Lantern ride to Walthamstow

Sandblasting the joints of a bicycle frame, France, 1896. The operator wears a helmet with a breathing tube and a protective tunic

Welding a bicycle frame, France, 1896. The frame is suspended over a forge as a worker applies a welding rod

Theresa, Marchioness of Londonderry, 1896. Artist: Hal Hurst
Theresa, Marchioness of Londonderry, 1896. Theresa Susey Helen, Marchioness of Londonderry, nee Chetwynd-Talbot (1856-1919), English political hostess, in white with parasol

Six early forms of bicycle, c1870. 19th century hobby horses, fore-runners of the bicycles, including the Dandy Horse, Gompertzs velocipede, the Dublin velocipede and the Bone-Shaker

Cyclist in busy London traffic riding a machine of the Rover safety type, 1895. Artist: Stephen T Dadd
Cyclist in busy London traffic riding a machine of the Rover safety type, 1895. A police constable looks on as the cyclist rides alongside a horse bus (omnibus)

Shop in Rosthwaite, 1960s
A shop in Rosthwaite, 1960s

Street scene in Gyor, Hungary. Artist: CM Dixon
Street scene in Gyor, Hungary

Society ladies cycling in Hyde Park, London, 1896. From Vanity Fair. (London, June 1896)

Lady in Rational cycling dress, 1897. Cover of The Sketch Cycling Supplement (London, 24 November 1897) celebrating 21 years of the Stanley Cycling Club

Advertisement for Ellimans Universal Embocation, 1895. Advertisement for a remedy for stiffness, aches, strains and bruises showing a lady wearing Rational cycling dress

Cycling, c1890. French illustration of a lady in Rational cycling dress of knickerbockers and gaiters, giving her small daughter a ride on the saddle of her bicycle

Woman cyclist, c1890. Display card showing late 19th century ladies cycling dress, a skirt worn over knickerbockers

A brawl between German soldiers and Bavarian officers, Germany, 1898. Artist: F Meaulle
A brawl between German soldiers and Bavarian officers, Germany, 1898. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 14th August 1898

Bicycle taxis in the Place d Etoile by the Arc de Triomphe, German-occupied Paris, August 1943. Petrol was in short supply during the occupation and what was available went to the Germans

Maurice Garin winning the Paris-Brest cycle race, 1901. The race was organised by Le Petit Journal and Auto-Velo. Garin was one of the stars of early cycle racing, winning the first Tour de France

Draisienne or velocipede shown replacing horses in the French post service, 1818
Draisienne or velocipede, France, 1818. The Draisienne was the forerunner of the bicycle and was invented by Baron von Drais in France in 1817

The Rapenburg in Leiden
The Rapenburg (canal) in Leiden

Baron von Draiss bicycle (Draisienne). Exhibited Paris 1818. Artist: Baron von Drais
Baron von Draiss bicycle (Draisienne). Exhibited Paris 1818. From Mechanics Magazine, London, September, 1832

Boneshaker bicycle, c1870. The boneshaker was a type of pedal-driven bicycle popular around 1870. The design was essentially a modification of the earlier hobby horse bicycle

Pickerings crank-pedal-driven bicycle, an American design, c1860s (c1880)

Lewis Gompertzs improvement on Baron von Draiss bicycle, 1821. The dandy or hobby horse was the forerunner of the bicycle and was invented by Baron von Drais in France in 1817

Primitive bicycle, a form of dandy horse, c1818. The dandy or hobby horse was the forerunner of the bicycle and was invented by Baron von Drais in France in 1817

A Perilous Passage, 1869. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Perilous Passage, 1869. Napoleon III of France was struggling against a wave of unpopularity at the time. He had introduced a number of measures to try and calm the situation

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Giro D'italia. 1954

Traffic, taipei city, taiwan 1955

Cycles Gladiator

Three-Wheeled Bicycle

Cycles Medinger
Poster for Cycles Medinger

Forepaugh And Sells Brothers Circus
Forepaugh and Sells Brothers Poster, The 7 Wild Wheel Whirl Wonders. (Photo by: Universal History Archive/UIG)

Shadows in the passageway from the Bodleian Library to Radcliffe Square

Radcliffe Square on a foggy winter morning

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Construction plan of the Sitzrad motorcycle with a daimler engine, historical illustration, wood engraving, about 1888

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Construction plan of a car with a daimler engine, historical illustration, wood engraving, about 1888

Velocipede from 1868, historical engraving, 1880

Bicycle from 1885, one of the first bicycles, historical engraving, 1880

Manica Road, Salisbury, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
Manica Road, Salisbury (now Harare), Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Date: circa 1908

Salim Road, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa. Date: circa 1940

Commandos wade ashore from landing craft at Juno beach
Photograph showing Commando operations during the invasion of Normandy, June 1944: troops, some with bicycles, going ashore

Knox Street, Germiston, Transvaal, South Africa
Knox Street, Germiston, a gold mining town in Transvaal (now Gauteng), South Africa. Date: circa 1910

Blitz in London -- Tyler Street, Greenwich, WW2
Blitz in London -- drapers shop in Tyler Street, near Trafalgar Road, East Greenwich, SE10, damaged by an incendiary bomb on 7 September 1940. Date: 1940

Illustration, girl wearing helmet riding bicycle, side view

Cyclists in Camborne. Early 1900s
Captain Percy Bickford-Smith with the Cyclists Section

The Yankee Store, Hamilton, Bermuda - seller of souvenirs and postcards Date: circa 1940s

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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.