Cockneys Collection

Cockneys vs Zombies UK Quad

London costermongers (b / w photo)
3637328 London costermongers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London costermongers)

Kenny Meadows: The Cockney (engraving)
5989578 Kenny Meadows: The Cockney (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cockney)

Cloth Fair, Smithfield c. 1875 (b / w photo)
STC223368 Cloth Fair, Smithfield c.1875 (b/w photo) by Emerson, Peter Henry (1856-1936); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Pearly King and Queens trying to pick the winner on Derby Day at Epsom, 1936 (b / w photo)
3638964 Pearly King and Queens trying to pick the winner on Derby Day at Epsom, 1936 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Costermongers donkey barrow (b / w photo)
3637327 Costermongers donkey barrow (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costermongers donkey barrow)

Scene from "Cockneys in California, "at the Adelphi Theatre (engraving)
1617979 Scene from " Cockneys in California, " at the Adelphi Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Costermongers in high spirits (b / w photo)
3637326 Costermongers in high spirits (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costermongers in high spirits)

Albert Chevalier - English Comedian and Actor
Albert Onesime Britannicus Gwathveoyd Louis Chevalier (18611923) - English comedian and actor. Had a successful music hall career as a singer of coster songs of his own invention. Date: 1892

The Road to Epsom by Thomas Rowlandson
" Those red-cheeked, guffawing Cockneys, who sreamed to Epsom in coach, carriage, wheelbarrow, donkey cart, formed the inchoate mass whence were drawn the man who shouldered his Brown Bess in

Cockney Argument between a fat man and a thin man
Fat Party (after a War of words) - " If you come our court to-morrer and bring a bit o fat with yer, I ll bloomin well eat yer." !! Date: 1895

London street scene - The Coster Girl
A series of postcards showing women (in various jobs) in London - The Coster Girl.. Romanian-born sculptor and illustrator Alexander Popini served in the Royal Air Force during World War I

Theatrical Lodging House Keeper who drops her h s
Theatrical Lodging House Keeper: " What name did you say, Sir? Harlton?" Actor (about to take apartment): " No, not Harlton - Arlton." T.L.K: " Oh

London Flower seller with her basket of blooms
A London Flower seller with her basket of blooms. Date: 1897

Ironic Conversation between two Cockney men in an East London Boozer. " Who was t bloke I see yer speakin to larst night?" " Wot sort o bloke

Cockney Comment on the purchase of a parrot
Two Pals outside a pub looking at a third bargaining for a parrot with a sailor outside a pub. " Why, es Missus jaws enough. Wot ds e want with a bloomin parrot." !! Date: 1895

A couple of Cockney Loafers. Date: circa 1890s

A Cockney lady from Whitechapel, East London
A lovely drawing of a Cockney lady from Whitechapel, East London. Date: 1895

Sailor Jack - popular with all the Cockney Women
They All Love Jack. A popular sailor, obviously a bit of a wow with the ladies, of which he likely has one in every port... Date: 1895

Funny Cockney comment on a ladies neckwear
Funny Cockney comment on a fellow Cockney ladies neckwear. " Ow Is y, look at er frills. Got erself hup like a bloomin am bone!" Date: 1900

Smug Cockney woman who has nabbed her rivals Gent
Jilted! A smug Cockney woman who has nabbed her rivals Gent, throws her a very satisfied glance! Date: circa 1890s

Two Cockney Costers - one restraining a bulldog
Two young Cockney chaps, one of whom is having to restrain his Bulldog, who is obviously rather interested in something he has sniffed or spotted! Date: circa 1890s

Two Cockney street Flowergirls
Two Cockney Flowergirls, not in their first bloom of youth - entitled (somewhat wickedly) " Sweet Violets" ! - caricature by Phil May. Date: 1897

Two Cockneys discuss the pedigree of a dog
Two Cockneys discuss the (er..) pedigree of a dog! " Say, Bill, wots is pedigree?" Bill: " Why es by a porter out o a third class railway kerridge." !! Date: 1895

Vignette of a distinctive East London Character Date: 1890s

Arriet - a good Cockney Girl in all of her finery. Date: circa 1890s

Cockney Couple on Hampstead Heath reading a magazine
" The Upper Ten" - being read by a Cockney Couple (and their bulldog) under a tree on Hampstead Heath. A few bottles of ale have been consumed. Date: 1901

Cockney couple off a day out at Margate
Cockney couple in their finery - all ready to depart for a day out in Margate. Date: 1900

Cockney Humour - temptation
Salvation Army Captain: " When the Serpent tempted Eve" Bill: " Oh Chuck it! There wanted no bloomin snake

Two laughing young Cockney scamps Date: 1890s

Cockneys visiting a Royal Navy Gunboat
An Honest London Taxpayer wanting full value for his contributions! Visiting Day on a Gunboat. Arry: " Is the Captain in?" Jack: " Yes, hes aboard

Cockney London Flowergirl sells buttonhole to city gent
A Cockney London Flowergirl sells a buttonhole bouquet to a well-to-do city gentleman. Date: 1895

Two Cockney Costers having a jovial chat: " Wots th row up the Court, Bill?" " Bob Smith was kissing my Missus, and is Old Woman caught im!" Date: 1892

Two Cockney ladies admiring an artist
Two Cockney ladies admiring (?) an artist and is bloomin at ! Date: 1895

Happy Hampstead - Coster Saleswoman at Hampstead Fair, who also seems quite open to offers for her noisy offspring! Date: 1899

Cockney ladies discuss their romantic life
Two Cockney ladies discuss their romantic life - cartoon by Phil May. There appears to have been a muddle up between the word clandestine and the word incandescent

Cockney Coster Woman - caricature by Phil May
" Shes just about the neatest, sweetest and prettiest Donah in the whole wide world" - lyrics to a Coster song by Albert Chevalier - caricature by Phil May Date: 1892

Coster Cockney couple embracing on a park bench on Hampstead Heath. Date: 1890s

Cockney lovers - marriage proposal on the grass - " How do you fancy having awkins as your other name?!". Lyrics fom a coster song by Albert Chevalier. Date: 1898

Costers and Cockneys. Having a straight conversation! Date: 1895

Studies for A Coster Girl Dancing by Phil May. A right ol Cockney Knees Up! Date: circa 1890s

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"Cockneys: A Vibrant Tapestry of London's Working Class Culture" From the comedic chaos of "Cockneys vs Zombies" to the lively streets captured in Thomas Rowlandson's "The Road to Epsom, " they have long been an integral part of London's rich tapestry. With their distinctive accent and unique way of life, they embody the spirit and resilience of a community that has thrived amidst adversity. London costermongers, as seen in black and white photographs, epitomize the hardworking nature of Cockneys. Pushing their donkey barrows through Cloth Fair in Smithfield or engaging in high-spirited banter on bustling streets, they bring color and character to every corner they inhabit. Kenny Meadows' engraving aptly captures "The Cockney, " showcasing both pride and playfulness within this iconic figure. Their charm is further exemplified by Pearly Kings and Queens attempting to pick winners at Derby Day in Epsom, 1936 – a testament to their love for tradition and celebration. In scenes from "Cockneys in California" at Adelphi Theatre, we witness how Cockney culture transcends borders with its infectious energy. And who can forget Albert Chevalier? This English comedian and actor immortalized the essence of being a true Cockney through his performances that resonated with audiences far beyond London's boundaries. But it is not just about entertainment; it is about community too. The camaraderie among costermongers shines through as they gather together, sharing laughter while navigating the challenges that come their way, and are united by shared experiences on London's vibrant streets where even the Coster Girl becomes an emblematic symbol of this spirited world. So next time you encounter a Cockney – whether it be on screen or strolling along a busy street – take a moment to appreciate their indomitable spirit rooted deep within the heart of London. For they can more than just a group.