Manuel ROBBE (1872-1936) Cycles Plasson. 1897.... Lot 14

Manuel ROBBE (1872-1936) Cycles Plasson. 1897. SIZE: 35 1/2 x 50 in./90.2 x 127 cm PRINTER: Imp. Bourgerie, Paris DESCRIPTION: It's the height of the bike craze in 1890s France, and Robbe has given us a glimpse of the impact: our stylish lass has substituted bloomers for the typical skirt, and by the look of her cool offside glance, she knows that she's creating a fissure with fashion. Accompanied by her steadying comrade, she has everything she needs to hit the road. Robbe styles them photographically, and applies minimal color to create an eye-catching and lovely scene. (Art Nouveau; Bicycles)