Cycling was a big craze when Marey did much of is work, as witnessed by the sheer number of cyclists in the athletic nudes of his contemporary Paul Richer. So it's no surprise that Mr. Marey put the motif into his work. I have to say that the model has a beautiful bum. Enlarge this if you can.
Cycliste en mouvement.
ReplyDeleteNotice, aside from his fine derrière, how his bicycle is modern even by today’s standards. (probably
a Renault or Manufrance cycle)
Cycling is a craze in France, from the local vélodromes to the Tour de France. Our first cycle race ran from the Champs-Élysées to Versailles in 1867. Our family used to go to bicycles races held at the Vélodrome de Vincennes.
Some of the vintage French posters for cycling events are quite impressive. I have posted them here.
DeleteAnother wonderful shot, what a great physique this gentleman has.
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