Saphir Cycles Poster. Francois Faber. Dunlop Bike Tyres Tour De France

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. Material: Paper. Date: c1911. 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. Please see pictures. Please note that only the poster is included and any other items in the pictures are for scale only.