This vibrant late-19th-century advertisement for Lu-Mi-Num bicycles captures the era’s fascination with modernity, independence, and the newfound freedom offered by cycling. Illustrated by French artist Charles Tichon, the poster pairs a bold, sunset-red sky with the graceful figure of a fashionable woman confidently holding her lightweight bicycle aloft. The flowing lines of her dress, the soft curves of the frame, and the delicate flutter of butterflies all echo the organic elegance of the Art Nouveau style, turning a simple product ad into an expressive celebration of movement and possibility.
Tichon’s composition strikes a beautiful balance between strength and whimsy, spotlighting both the bicycle’s technical refinement and the effortless charm of its rider. That contrast - industrial innovation set against a dreamy, ornamental landscape - makes this piece especially captivating for collectors of vintage cycling ephemera, lovers of Belle Époque design, or anyone looking to bring a bright, uplifting touch of French poster art into their space.
🌟 Available Sizes:
✔️ 12x16 inches - Great for desks, shelves, bedrooms, or offices
✔️ 18x24 inches - Our most popular size - perfect for bedrooms, offices, or studios
✔️ 24x36 inches - A bold, gallery-style centerpiece
🖨️ Print features:
- Made with museum-grade archival paper for excellent printing fidelity and vibrant color reproduction
- Paper weight: 189 g/m2
- For indoor use only
- Care instructions: If the print does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
- Please note: Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16"
🚚 Fulfillment and Shipping:
- Printed and shipped from the U.S.
- Ships in a sturdy mailing tube, frame not included
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