Description
Offered is a delightful vintage French transferware plate produced by HBCM (Hippolyte Boulenger-Creil-Montereau), France, featuring a whimsical early cycling or “velocipede” scene.
The central illustration depicts an aspiring cyclist attempting to mount a large-wheeled bicycle outside a “Collège Vélocipédique” (Cycling School) while a humorous French caption below adds to the comic nature of the design. The image captures the charm and excitement surrounding the bicycle craze that swept France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The reverse bears the HBCM FRANCE mark, identifying the piece as a product of the renowned Montereau / Choisy pottery works. HBCM ceramics are highly collectible and known for their decorative transferware scenes, advertising themes, and humorous illustrations.
An appealing display piece for collectors of:
* French faience and transferware
* Bicycle and cycling memorabilia
* Velocipede and penny-farthing collectibles
* HBCM Montereau pottery
* Sports and transportation history
* French decorative arts
* Diameter: Approximately 8 inches (20.3 cm)
Markings
* HBCM
* France
Features
* Authentic French transferware plate
* Humorous bicycle-themed illustration
* Decorative blue border
* Velocipede / cycling school subject
* HBCM Montereau-Choisy production
* Excellent display piece
Historical Note
HBCM (Hippolyte Boulenger-Creil-Montereau) was one of France’s most respected ceramic manufacturers. Their decorative wares often featured humorous social scenes, sporting subjects, and charming snapshots of everyday French life. Bicycle-themed examples are particularly sought after by collectors of cycling history and vintage sports memorabilia.
Keywords
HBCM France, Montereau, Choisy le Roi, French faience, transferware plate, bicycle plate, cycling collectible, velocipede, penny farthing, antique bicycle, French pottery, humorous plate, sports memorabilia, cyclist decor, French transfer print, vintage cycling, bicycle enthusiast, collectible France, decorative plate, Opamerica Antiques
Condition
Very good vintage condition. Attractive antique French transferware plate displaying a humorous cycling scene. Light age-related wear including minor utensil marks and surface crazing consistent with age and use. No cracks or repairs observed. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
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