Catalog for Columbia Bicycles, Pope Manufacturing Company, 1891
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In 1891 cyclists had choices. High-wheels were popular, especially among the young athletic set. The new "safety," with its same-sized wheels and easy mount, was gaining popularity among the general public. And tricycles had a following -- a favorite among wealthy women and the well-to-do. The Pope Manufacturing Company -- America's leading bicycle producer -- offered all these options in this catalog.
In 1891 cyclists had choices. High-wheels were popular, especially among the young athletic set. The new "safety," with its same-sized wheels and easy mount, was gaining popularity among the general public. And tricycles had a following -- a favorite among wealthy women and the well-to-do. The Pope Manufacturing Company -- America's leading bicycle producer -- offered all these options in this catalog.
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
1891
Subject Date
1891
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
87.3.32.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.75 in
Width: 5.75 in
Inscriptions
Text at top of front cover: ONLY EDITION FOR 1891
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