Delivery Person Collection

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670547 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Food delivery, c.1900 (print)
7293406 Food delivery, c.1900 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. A food delivery boy. Illustration, France, ca 1900.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Indian couriers
7261202 Indian couriers.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian couriers. From L'Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

A Russian military courier
7261256 A Russian military courier.; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Russian military courier. From L'Univers Illustre, published Paris, 1859); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Futuristic Flower Delivery Van
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Lake Kivu, Congo, c. 1920 (print)
7292907 Lake Kivu, Congo, c.1920 (print) by Allard L Olivier, Fernand (1883-1933); (add.info.: Geography. Democratic Republic of Congo)

La Fontaines Fables - Milkmaid and the milk pail
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Milk maid and the milk pail

La Fontaines Fables - Milk Maid and the Milkpail
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Milk Maid and the Milk Pail

Mail Carrier
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Courier
Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing a Courier, c.1502Vintage engraving by Albrech Durer, showing Saint Eustace, c.1501

Western Union Messenger Facing Camera Announcing Telegram
UNITED STATES - Circa 1930s: Western Union Messenger Facing Camera Announcing Telegram

Teenage messenger boy delivering message at front door
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Teenage messenger boy delivering message at front door

Denmark, Copenhagen, Centre for shooting competitions label, featuring newspaper delivery, 30 June 1861
Denmark, 19th century. Centre for shooting competitions, featuring newspaper delivery, 30 June 1861. Details

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In a world where technology reigns supreme, the delivery person stands out as a symbol of efficiency and reliability. Picture this: a futuristic flower delivery van gliding through the bustling streets, adorned with vibrant blooms that bring joy to every doorstep it visits. Transport yourself back in time to Lake Kivu, Congo, circa 1920. A print captures the essence of a dedicated delivery person navigating their way through rugged terrain, determined to fulfill their duty amidst nature's beauty. Inspired by La Fontaine's Fables - "The Milkmaid and the Milk Pail, " our modern-day courier embodies resilience and ambition. Just like the milkmaid who dreams of prosperity while carrying her precious pail of milk, our delivery person carries packages filled with hope and anticipation. Imagine a scene from another era—a Western Union messenger facing the camera as they announce an urgent telegram. This image reminds us that even in times past, communication was vital, and it was up to these messengers to ensure important messages reached their destinations promptly. Now shift your focus to a teenage messenger boy standing at someone's front door. With determination etched on his face, he delivers not just letters but also promises of connection between loved ones near and far. Traveling further back in time—Denmark, Copenhagen in 1861—the Centre for shooting competitions label features newspaper delivery as its centerpiece. It serves as a testament that delivering news has always been crucial for keeping society informed and connected throughout history. From flowers blooming within futuristic vans to messengers braving rough terrains or announcing telegrams with urgency—each portrayal showcases different facets of what it means to be a delivery person across time periods and cultures, and are more than mere carriers; they are bearers of happiness, connections forged through words on paper or digital screens alike.