Acatène “Métropole.” ca. 1893.
Artist: LUCIEN BAYLAC (1851-1913)
Size: 35 1/4 x 51 1/8 in./89.3 x 129.8 cm
Condition: B-/ Restored tears, largely at folds.
Printer: Imp. Kossuth, Paris
Reference: Ref: Reims, 223 (var); Maindron 1896, p. 120 (var); PAI-LIX, 53
Key Words: Art Nouveau; Bicycles
Acatène “Métropole.” ca. 1893.
With the subtle addition of the French national tricolor as the background palette, this Chéret-like design promotes the new chainless model of Métropole bicycles—perfect for the lady rider wishing to not have her long skirts caught in the gears.
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Artist: LUCIEN BAYLAC (1851-1913)
Size: 35 1/4 x 51 1/8 in./89.3 x 129.8 cm
Condition: B-/ Restored tears, largely at folds.
Printer: Imp. Kossuth, Paris
Reference: Ref: Reims, 223 (var); Maindron 1896, p. 120 (var); PAI-LIX, 53
Key Words: Art Nouveau; Bicycles
Acatène “Métropole.” ca. 1893.
With the subtle addition of the French national tricolor as the background palette, this Chéret-like design promotes the new chainless model of Métropole bicycles—perfect for the lady rider wishing to not have her long skirts caught in the gears.
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