Patent drawing of Unicycle (1894) – US521786A

A futuristic invention from the 19th century! This fascinating patent (US521786A) from 1894, developed by JW Finch, shows a monocycle – a single-wheeled vehicle designed to transport a person inside the wheel itself.

The patent drawing illustrates a complex mechanism where the rider sits on a saddle inside the large outer wheel, while a smaller inner wheel and pedals control the propulsion. Although the monocycle never became a common form of transportation, it is a symbol of the experimental approach to vehicle design and engineering of the time.

This vintage patent illustration is the perfect wall decoration for bicycle enthusiasts, engineers and collectors of mechanical inventions. A unique conversation starter and an ideal gift for those fascinated by technology and history!