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Albert, Comte de Dion, French engineer, 1899
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Albert, Comte de Dion, French engineer, 1899
Albert, Comte de Dion, French engineer, 1899. Together with George Bouton, de Dion (1855-1946) developed a lightweight engine which could be applied to motorcycles. De Dion Bouton went on to become one of the most successful early motor manufacturers. Cartoon from Vanity Fair, London, October 1899, showing De Dion on one of the companys motor tricycles
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This black and white lithograph captures the essence of Count Albert de Dion, a renowned French engineer, in 1899. Alongside his partner Georges Bouton, de Dion revolutionized the world of motor vehicles with their groundbreaking lightweight engine design that could be applied to motorcycles. This image showcases De Dion on one of their company's motor tricycles, exuding an air of sophistication and innovation. Dressed impeccably in fashionable attire of the time, De Dion sits comfortably on the tricycle, sporting a distinguished moustache and a straw boater hat. His confident posture reflects his pioneering spirit as he smokes a cigarette with an aura of self-assurance. The attention to detail in this portrait highlights not only De Dion's contribution to engineering but also his role as a symbol for early 19th-century transportation advancements. The lithograph is rich in historical context; it provides us with insight into the birth of the motor industry and its impact on society at large. It serves as a testament to De Dion's ingenuity and entrepreneurial vision that propelled him towards becoming one of the most successful figures in this burgeoning field. As we gaze upon this print from Heritage Images, we are transported back to an era where technological progress was transforming our world. Count Albert de Dion remains forever immortalized through this image—a true visionary who left an indelible mark on both France and the global engineering community.
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