Fine Art Print : Bicycle hockey
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Bicycle hockey
Girls playing bicycle hockey, a form of polo on wheels, at the time the sport of cycling was at the height of popularity. Date: 1899
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Media ID 14405377
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1899 Bicycle Bike Bikes Cycling Hockey Mallet Sep16 Sporting Sportswomen
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Girls Playing Bicycle Hockey from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to the late 1800s when cycling was at the pinnacle of popularity. Witness the excitement and grace as young ladies engage in a spirited game of bicycle hockey, a unique adaptation of the traditional polo game. Add an air of vintage charm to your space with this stunning, rights-managed print, perfect for art enthusiasts, historians, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.4cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Bicycle Hockey: A Thrilling and Unconventional Pastime for Women in the 1890s This photograph captures a moment in time when bicycle hockey, an exhilarating adaptation of the traditional polo game, was gaining popularity among women during the height of the cycling craze in the late 1890s. The image showcases a group of determined and spirited girls skillfully maneuvering their bicycles on a makeshift hockey field. Dressed in long skirts and blouses, the girls expertly wield mallets, poised to strike the small rubber ball as they race towards their opponents. Their bicycles, adorned with wicker baskets and streamers, add a touch of elegance and whimsy to the scene. The girls' intense focus and competitive spirit are evident in their expressions, as they fiercely compete for the ball and strive to outmaneuver their opponents. Bicycle hockey provided a unique and unconventional outlet for women to engage in physical activity and challenge themselves in a sporting context during a time when such opportunities were limited. The sport offered a sense of freedom and excitement, as well as an opportunity to showcase their athleticism and skill. This photograph is a testament to the determination and resilience of these early sportswomen, who defied societal norms and embraced the thrill of competition on two wheels. The image transports us back to a bygone era, when the simple joy of riding a bicycle and playing a game with friends could bring such delight and excitement.
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