Woman with a Bicycle, circa 1895
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Many women in the 1890s sought the benefits of bicycling. Women cyclists defied social norms and donned less restrictive clothing, like bloomers -- though the pant-like garment seen here has the full look of a skirt. Manufacturers also made bicycles specifically for women. The drop frame, seen in this photograph, made it easier for women in full skirts to mount and ride.
Many women in the 1890s sought the benefits of bicycling. Women cyclists defied social norms and donned less restrictive clothing, like bloomers -- though the pant-like garment seen here has the full look of a skirt. Manufacturers also made bicycles specifically for women. The drop frame, seen in this photograph, made it easier for women in full skirts to mount and ride.
Artifact
Cabinet photograph
Subject Date
circa 1895
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
86.18.64.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cardboard
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Mounting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 4.25 in
Inscriptions
Photographer's imprint on front: DeAnquinos / SUPERIOR / FINISH / 1239 BEDFORD AVE. / BROOKLYN, N.Y.
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