Hartmuth Pfeil - Fichtel & Sachs - Hartmuth Pfeil – Original Werbeplakat „Torpedo Freilauf“, Fichtel & Sachs AG Schweinfurt – ca. - 1930s
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Original framed advertising poster for the legendary 'Torpedo Freilauf' hub by Fichtel & Sachs AG, Schweinfurt. Designed by the Darmstadt artist and graphic designer Hartmuth Pfeil (1893-1962).
Motivation
Technical depiction of the torpedo bicycle hub with company emblem (Eagle with sphere)
manufacturer
Fichtel & Sachs AG, Schweinfurt-M.
Technology
Print on paper (probably lithography/screen printing, typical advertising graphics of the time).
• Origin: circa 1930s–1940s
• Dimensions: 63 × 45 cm (height × width)
Thickness and frame 1 cm
• Signature: 'PF' (for arrow) top right
state
Used, authentic condition with typical age-related signs (light creases, age-related tears, stains, scratches, minor edge damages). Frame with noticeable paint chipping; included as a free accessory. The poster is generally well preserved, NOT restored, and in original condition.
Rarity & Collector's Value
Original posters by Hartmuth Pfeil for Fichtel & Sachs are sought-after objects in the fields of advertising, bicycle history, and industrial design. They are especially interesting for collectors of Torpedo hubs and vintage bicycles.
Collectible value (single item): €300 - €500
Original framed advertising poster for the legendary 'Torpedo Freilauf' hub by Fichtel & Sachs AG, Schweinfurt. Designed by the Darmstadt artist and graphic designer Hartmuth Pfeil (1893-1962).
Motivation
Technical depiction of the torpedo bicycle hub with company emblem (Eagle with sphere)
manufacturer
Fichtel & Sachs AG, Schweinfurt-M.
Technology
Print on paper (probably lithography/screen printing, typical advertising graphics of the time).
• Origin: circa 1930s–1940s
• Dimensions: 63 × 45 cm (height × width)
Thickness and frame 1 cm
• Signature: 'PF' (for arrow) top right
state
Used, authentic condition with typical age-related signs (light creases, age-related tears, stains, scratches, minor edge damages). Frame with noticeable paint chipping; included as a free accessory. The poster is generally well preserved, NOT restored, and in original condition.
Rarity & Collector's Value
Original posters by Hartmuth Pfeil for Fichtel & Sachs are sought-after objects in the fields of advertising, bicycle history, and industrial design. They are especially interesting for collectors of Torpedo hubs and vintage bicycles.
Collectible value (single item): €300 - €500
Details
Era
1900-2000
Designer/Artist
Hartmuth Pfeil
Manufacturer/ Brand
Fichtel & Sachs
Specific region of origin
Schweinfurt
Poster title
Hartmuth Pfeil – Original Werbeplakat „Torpedo Freilauf“, Fichtel & Sachs AG Schweinfurt – ca.
Subject
Advertising, Factory, Transport, Vintage
Estimated Period
1930s
Country of Origin
Germany
Condition
B- (fair - notable defects)
Nr of items
1
Height
63 cm
Width
45 cm
Autographed by a famous person
No
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