It wasn't until the 1890s that "safety bikes" were invented without the large front wheel in front. Shows childhood home of Nellie Littlehale Murphy (1867-1941), an American artist, painter and illustrator who was born in Stockton, CA.
"Emperor Norton in carriage of State 1869." Joshua A. Norton, Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico, is seen in full uniform riding a bicycle next to a picket fence