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Orient Cycles, Lead The Leaders, Waltham M'F'G Co. c1895. Creator: Edward Penfield
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Orient Cycles, Lead The Leaders, Waltham M'F'G Co. c1895. Creator: Edward Penfield
Orient Cycles, Lead The Leaders, Waltham M'F'G Co. c1895. [Publisher: Harper Publications; Place: New York]
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This lithograph, titled "Orient Cycles, Lead the Leaders," was created by renowned American artist Edward Penfield in the late 19th century for Harper Publications, based in New York. The image, published by Harper Brothers, showcases a confident and dapper cyclist, dressed in sportswear, looking back over his shoulder with a sense of pride and accomplishment. The cyclist wears a blonde mustache and brown hair, and is surrounded by the branded lettering of Orient Cycles and Waltham MFG Co. The poster, which is now part of the Wallach Division Picture Collection at the New York Public Library, was produced by the Lithotint process, a popular method for creating high-quality, detailed prints during this era. The concept of leadership is emphasized through the use of the tagline "Lead the Leaders," encouraging viewers to strive for excellence and be at the forefront of the latest trends, in this case, cycling. The image is a testament to the heritage of American advertising and the role that companies like Waltham Manufacturing Company played in shaping the cultural landscape of the United States during the late 1800s. The cyclist's determined gaze and the bold, capitalized lettering of the brand names evoke a sense of strength, progress, and innovation, making this a truly iconic piece of American visual history.
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