CYCLES SAPHIR - c. 1910–15
CYCLES SAPHIR - c. 1910–15
Rare, original, domed enamel advertising sign.
29.5 x 12 cm. “Torpédo Email - Frankfurter Emaillirwerke, Neu-Jsenburg and Berlin W8”
In very fine condition—
with a beautiful, original luster.
The fresh, vibrant colors create a visually striking contrast.
A Brussels-based bicycle brand (Belgium, circa 1910–1914).
The company recruited the legendary cyclist François Faber (the first foreign winner of the Tour de France in 1909) as its ambassador; he raced under its colors in 1913.
CYCLES SAPHIR - c. 1910–15
Rare, original, domed enamel advertising sign.
29.5 x 12 cm. “Torpédo Email - Frankfurter Emaillirwerke, Neu-Jsenburg and Berlin W8”
In very fine condition—
with a beautiful, original luster.
The fresh, vibrant colors create a visually striking contrast.
A Brussels-based bicycle brand (Belgium, circa 1910–1914).
The company recruited the legendary cyclist François Faber (the first foreign winner of the Tour de France in 1909) as its ambassador; he raced under its colors in 1913.
