Bicycle
ManufacturerManufactured by
The Hartford Cycle Company
American
Date1890-1893
MediumCold-drawn steel, nickel, rubber, and leather
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x height x width): 73 x 42 x 29in. (185.4 x 106.7 x 73.7cm)
ClassificationsVehicles
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. James P. Madigan, Sr., in memory of James P. Madigan, Jr.
DescriptionHartford Safety Pattern A bicycle. Black steel frame with nickel-plated wheel hubs, rims and spokes, pedals, foot rests, and lantern mount. Maker's plate mounted on front post. Bicycle has black hard rubber tires (probably not originals) and handlebar grips. Original fenders are missing, but these could have been removed if the bicycle was used for racing. Single lever front brake assembly is missing.
Object number2002.23.0
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