Nowadays, they have been replaced by powerful, lightweight, battery-powered and quiet LED lamps. They are certainly more practical and reliable. But they are also significantly less emotionally charged.
New generations have not experienced this distinctive style, nor the pride of creating their own lamps. Yet this object still evokes nostalgic feelings in those who used it.
What does this object tell us?
This everyday piece of technology found in the garden is more than just a forgotten piece of metal. It tells the story of a time when technology was tangible, understandable, and almost educational. A time when people repaired and created things, and every object had a soul and a story.
When I picked it up, I realized that my son had discovered more than just a bicycle accessory: a piece of collective memory.
And you, do you remember the exact moment your bike first lit up, simply because you pedaled?
