This fabulous original antique lithograph advertising poster for Saphir cycles dates from c1912 and is of Francois Faber in Belgium.
Francois Faber was a racing cyclist from Luxembourg who was born in France. He was the first foreigner to win the Tour de France in 1909 and his record of winning 5 consecutive stages still stands. He died in World War I while fighting for France.
This original poster which still has the poster tax stamp attached is a great looking rare and collectible cycling poster.
Size: Width: 53 cm (21''). Height: 71 cm (28'') approx.
Condition: Good original condition with some creasing, light spot marks and some staining from tack use. A couple of tiny tears. Printed area very good. Will be sent rolled.
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Internal Reference: FFCP3181
Antique Number: SA1102134
Dateline of this antique is 1910
Height is 71cm (28.0inches)
Width is 53cm (20.9inches)
Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
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