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Advert for The Hart Patent Safety Cycling Skirt, c. 1897 (printed paper)
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Advert for The Hart Patent Safety Cycling Skirt, c. 1897 (printed paper)
XJF444370 Advert for The " Hart" Patent Safety Cycling Skirt, c.1897 (printed paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In 1896 Charles Henry Hart, a tailor from Eastbourne, Sussex, applied for a patent for a new design that he had created for a Ladies cycling skirt; The bicycle was largely responsible for the revolution in female dress at the end of the Victorian age as it was not physically possible for women to ride a bicycle in the long skirts and corsets that were thought acceptable at the time; ); English, out of copyright
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This vintage print captures an intriguing piece of history - an advert for The Hart Patent Safety Cycling Skirt, dating back to around 1897. Created by Charles Henry Hart, a tailor from Eastbourne, Sussex, this innovative design revolutionized female dress during the Victorian era. At the time, women were expected to wear long skirts and corsets that hindered their ability to ride bicycles comfortably. However, with the introduction of this cycling skirt, women could now enjoy the freedom and mobility that bicycling offered. The image showcases a printed paper advertisement featuring the stylish and practical design of The Hart Patent Safety Cycling Skirt. It serves as a testament to both fashion and female emancipation in the late 19th century. As more women embraced cycling as a recreational activity or means of transportation, it became necessary for their attire to adapt accordingly. With its clever construction and functional features, such as shorter length and wider leg openings for ease of movement while riding, The Hart Patent Safety Cycling Skirt was undoubtedly ahead of its time. This advert not only promotes the product but also symbolizes progress in terms of gender equality and changing societal norms. As we admire this historical artifact today, let us appreciate how something as seemingly simple as a bicycle accessory played a significant role in shaping attitudes towards female dress and empowering women during an era marked by rigid social conventions.
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