c. 1879 Singer Racing Bicycle | Monaco 2016 | RM Sotheby's

Lot 107

Monaco 2016

c. 1879 Singer Racing Bicycle

The Quattroruote Collection

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€6,435 EUR | Sold

Monaco | Monte Carlo, Monaco

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Addendum: Kindly note once sold this lot must return to Italy following the sale to be officially exported. The transportation and post-sale storage of the cars back to Milan (Quattroruote) will be at sellers expense. The cars will be stored at Quattroruote in Milan until this process is complete and the registrations have been cancelled. Buyers can then make arrangements to collect cars directly from Quattroruote once this process is complete. We estimate the process will take approximately 3-4 weeks.

A classic “penny-farthing” bicycle, the model offered here is an iconic symbol of its age and was constructed with popular bicycle racing competitions in mind. Built by Singer of England around 1879, it features a seat that is adjustable in height, with the shape of the handlebar permitting the rider to assume a more aerodynamic position. It would make an intriguing addition to any collection of performance vehicles, representing human-powered speed at its most inventive.

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