Human Powered Collection

Bangladeshi rickshaw, side view

Illustration depicting an aerial Velocipede. 1893. A velocipede was a human-powered vehicle with one or more wheels
5311464 Illustration depicting an aerial Velocipede. 1893. A velocipede was a human-powered vehicle with one or more wheels; (add.info.: Date: 1893); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Girl in a Palanquin (norimono), Japan, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
701555 Girl in a Palanquin (norimono), Japan, c.1870s (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

The Chrysalis human powered biplane aircraft which was built at M. I. T
The Chrysalis human powered biplane aircraft which was built at M.I.T. by students, Robert Parks, Harold Youngren, John Langford, Hyong Bang and Mark Drela under the direction of Prof

Geisha in a Rickshaw, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
701557 Geisha in a Rickshaw, c.1870s (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

Hanazashi-guruma fromaMomoyo-gusa (The World of Things) Vol II, pub
3506742 Hanazashi-guruma fromAMomoyo-gusa (The World of Things) Vol II, pub.1909 (colour block woodcut) by Sekka, Kamisaka (1866-1942); (add.info)

Two Girls in a Rickshaw, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
701536 Two Girls in a Rickshaw, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

Palanquin, 1870s (b / w photo)
495576 Palanquin, 1870s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common mode of transport in the British Raj.); English, out of copyright

Japanese Litter, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
498546 Japanese Litter, c.1890 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; out of copyright

The Gossamer Albatross human-powered aircraft built by American aeronautical engineer Dr Paul B MacCready (right). On June 12

A lone British inventor thought he d stolen the march on the rocket-age designers of Russia and America with what he thought would be the worlds first man-powered aircraft the Ornithopter

Deep in the heart of Northumberland the Whisky Bottle MK.1 emerged on an unsuspecting world. Out of a hangar that doubles as a hayshed

The Gossamer Albatross piloted by cyclist Bryan Allen completed the 22 mile crossing of the English Channel in 2 hours and 49 minutes

Pedal Power Takes A Nosedive: It was great while it lasted. But the flight of Britains latest man-powered aircraft ended rather abruptly on Sunday (19-3-72)

John, proving that flying is no Pushover. Student John Lavery was all ready for take-off in his home-made, pedal-powered " aircraft" on Sunday (21-2-71)

Hanazashi-guruma from Momoyo-gusa (The World of Things) Vol II, pub.1909 (colour block woodcut). A Cart with Flowers;

Indian Rickshaw

Illustration, girl wearing helmet riding bicycle, side view

Yangtzepoo Road, Shanghai, China
Yangtzepoo (Yang-shu-p u, Yangpu) Road, Shanghai, China - note the one-wheeled Chinese wheelbarrows and rickshaw. Date: circa 1910s

Sports bicycle, side view

Man in riding bicycle, side view

Man in sports gear riding bicycle, side view

Man in green waistcoat and hat riding ice bike, a tricycle with umbrella and cool box used to sell ice cream

French doctor, satirical artwork
French doctor. Satirical artwork titled: A French Physician with his Retinue going to Visit His Patients. The doctor is being transported in a carriage at centre

Human-powered Paddler Wheeler Ship, China - men were stationed fore and aft to tread on pedals so that (the vessels) could go forward or backwards. Date: circa 1920s

Moctezuma II goes to the temple surrounded by virgin maidens
Moctezuma II (c. 1466-1520). Ninth tlatoani of Tenochtitlan, reigning from 1502 to 1520. Moctezuma goes to the temple surrounded by virgin maidens who are to be sacrificed to the gods

The King of Michoacan visit to Hernan Cortes. Colored engrav
The King of Michoacan visit to Hernan Cortes. Third letter of Relation by Hernan Cortes (May 15, 1522). Colored engraving, 18th century

A Corean Palanquin
A COREAN PALANQUIN

A Corean Palanquin
A COREAN PALANQUIN

Pedal-powered boat, 19th century
Pedal-powered boat, 19th-century artwork. Known as the cycloscaphe, this invention had three men using pedals to turn a chain (at rear) that is connected to a propeller underneath the boat

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"Exploring the World of Human Power: From Rickshaws to Palanquins and Beyond" A glimpse into the vibrant streets of Bangladesh reveals the iconic Bangladeshi rickshaw, a symbol of human-powered transportation. Travel back in time to Japan's rich history as you witness a side view of a girl gracefully seated in a traditional Palanquin (norimono) from the 1870s. Unveiling innovation at its finest, behold The Chrysalis - an awe-inspiring human-powered biplane aircraft crafted at M. I. T. , showcasing our boundless potential. Step into old-world Japan with a captivating black and white photograph capturing a geisha elegantly riding in a rickshaw during the 1870s. Delicate yet fascinating, discover Hanazashi-guruma from Momoyo-gusa (The World of Things) Vol II, offering insight into Japanese culture through this unique mode of transport. Journeying further back in time, immerse yourself in history with two girls captured on film while enjoying their ride in an intricately designed rickshaw between 1860-80. Witness simplicity and ingenuity combined as you explore another hand-drawn cart from Japan dating back to the 1860s - proof that human power can move mountains. Transport yourself to the elegant era of palanquins with an enchanting black and white photo depicting one from the 1870s - where luxury meets practicality. Another glimpse into Japanese tradition unfolds with an intriguing black and white image showcasing a Japanese litter circa 1890 - transporting us to bygone times. Embark on an adventure along Yangtzepoo Road in Shanghai, China, where bustling streets come alive with various forms of human-powered transportation.