Orient Cycles. ca. 1895.

Artist: EDWARD PENFIELD (1866-1925)Size: 28 x 42 1/8 in./71 x 107 cmCondition: B+/ Slight tears at folds.Printer: J. Ottmann, New YorkReference: Ref: Bicycle Posters, 66; Margolin, p. 184; Lauder, 174; Reims, 1279; Masters 1900, p. 220; Herlihy, p. 295; PAI-LXXIX, 55Key Words: Art Nouveau; Bicycles; Artist: Penfield; AmericanOrient Cycles. ca. 1895.Best known for his Harper’s series, this is one of three spectacular bicycle posters produced by Penfield in a larger format. It’s not just the size: they "show the true genius of the artist. In these and other posters, Penfield can be compared most favorably to Lautrec—his figures are at once introspective and yet powerful, gathering their impact from a delicate balance in composition and the use of wide areas of flat colors” (Bicycle Posters, p. 10).Price: $7800(starting bid + 20% buyer’s premium)Want this item?Place an online bid, or CALL US NOW for this special price212-787-4000Until March 3 only!