Bicycle Handlebars and Frame Component (Not Furniture)
Other (Non-furniture item, bicycle components visible) · Contemporary / Industrial (Late 20th to Early 21st Century) · Bontrager (CrowBar handlebars), Shimano (shifters/levers)
Type
Other (Non-furniture item, bicycle components visible)
Style Period
Contemporary / Industrial (Late 20th to Early 21st Century)
Material
Aluminum alloy, steel, rubber, and plastic
Age Estimate
Circa 1990s-2010s based on component styles
Dimensions
Not applicable as this is a bicycle, though handlebars typically measure around 580mm-680mm in width.
Origin
Global manufacturing typical of modern cycling equipment
Designer/Maker
Bontrager (CrowBar handlebars), Shimano (shifters/levers)
Value Estimate
Nominal value as part of a used bicycle, typically assessed as a complete unit rather than individual parts.
Description
An image focusing on the cockpit of a bicycle, featuring Bontrager CrowBar handlebars, Shimano controls, and a mounted reflector. A small portion of a wooden chair is visible in the background, but the primary subject is clearly a bicycle rather than a piece of furniture.
Key Features
Bontrager CrowBar double-butted handlebars, black stem with 'B' logo, Shimano gear shifters, Promax brake levers.
Color & Finish
Matte black anodized finish on handlebars, silver metallic finish on frame components.
Construction Method
Industrial manufacturing, welded and bolted assembly
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Welded frame joints and mechanical bolted connections typical of bicycle manufacturing.
Wood Grain & Species
N/A (No wood used)
Surface Treatment
Anodized and painted metal surfaces with some signs of wear and oxidation.
Upholstery Details
N/A
Hardware & Fittings
Hex bolts, handlebar clamps, shift/brake levers by Shimano, reflector bracket with rusted hardware.
Origin & Provenance
Global manufacturing typical of modern cycling equipment
Condition Notes
Fair to good condition with visible cosmetic wear, scuffs on the brake levers, and minor rust on the reflector mounting screw.
Interesting Facts
Bontrager is a well-known cycling component brand founded by Keith Bontrager, heavily associated with Trek bicycles.
Cultural Significance
Represents the ubiquitous utility and recreational culture of modern multi-gear bicycles.
Similar Pieces
Various mountain and hybrid bicycle cockpits from the late 1990s and 2000s.
Care & Maintenance
Regular bicycle maintenance, degreasing, cable lubrication, and checking bolt torques for safety.
Value Estimate
Nominal value as part of a used bicycle, typically assessed as a complete unit rather than individual parts.
Sustainability Notes
Metal components are highly recyclable; bicycles represent a sustainable, zero-emission mode of transportation.