Shop Collection (page 374)

The patriotick barber of New York, or the Captain in the suds. Cartoon shows a New York barber refusing to finish shaving a customer after learning of his British identity. Date 1775 Feb. 14

A miniature shop used by the Royal Children
Swiss Cottage, Osborne. A miniature shop used by the Royal Children

Galveston, Texas, USA - Murdocks Bath House Date: 1907

Wigmaker making a wig for the legal profession - Temple, London. Date: 1910

An old fashioned barbers shop. A man has his hair cut whilst a sailor waits his turn

Port Said - Egypt - Sultan Hussein Quay - Victoria Monument
Queen Victoria Monument on the Sultan Hussein Quay at Port Said, Egypt - Important and strategic port on the Suez Canal. For this view 25 years later - see 10284668. Date: circa 1903

A street, Venice, Italy. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Sarajevo, Turkish shop, Bosnia, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Late at night. Street boys. Jest hanging around. Location: Boston, Massachusetts. Date 1909 October. Late at night. Street boys. Jest hanging around. Location: Boston, Massachusetts. Date 1909 October

Athletic sports. Date c1887 July 12

Cooper shop volunteer refreshment saloon. Date c1862 Jan. 12

Auto parts shop. Atlanta, Georgia. Date 1936 Mar

A butcher shop window. Norwich, Connecticut. Date 1940 Nov

Rear view of the Wright brothers 1903 motor in the shop, January 1, 1928, before its shipment to the Science Museum in London on January 31, 1928. Date 1928 Jan. 1

Wilbur Wright working in the bicycle shop. Date 1897

Bakery shop at House of David, Benton Harbor, Michigan. Date 1940 July

Orville Wright and Edwin H. Sines, neighbor and boyhood friend, filing frames in the back of the Wright bicycle shop. Date 1897

Powered 1903 machine in the shop. Date 1903

Shoe shop in the Burlington Arcade, London
Shoe shop in the Burlington Arcade (between Piccadilly and Old Burlington Street), London Date: circa 1920s

Turkish merchants, Constantinople, Turkey
Turkish merchants at the entrance to a shop in Constantinople (Istanbul), Turkey. Date: early 20th century

Christmas shopping 1831
Two young ladies in crinolines, hats and muffs and carrying hat box entering a shop at Christmas. Artist: M Palmer-Smith Date: 1931

Tbilisi, Georgia - Rug shop Date: circa 1910s

Pams Bakers shop staff, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Pictured inside their High Street bakers shop are the staff of Pams Bakers at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. 1953

Carnival fancy dress parade, Walton on the Naze, Essex
A carnival or fancy dress parade heading down the High Street at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. circa 1905

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell and grandfather
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Quilp and the ladies
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

Police and strikers during railway strike, Dublin
Police holding strikers back to allow non-union men to pass to Kingsbridge Station (now known as Heuston Station) in Dublin, Ireland. 1911

The Old Curiosity Shop, death of little Nell
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841. There, upon her little bed, she lay at rest

Camera and photography shop interior, Walton, Essex
Interior view of camera sales and professional photographers shop at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. A large array of different sizes and types of film are displayed behind the counter

The Old Curiosity Shop, Mr Quilp seated on beer-barrel
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the shop
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

Harbin, China - Russian Shop signs
Harbin, China - the largest city of Heilongjiang Province - Visible Russian Shop signs. In the territory which was formerly Northern Manchuria

The Old Curiosity Shop, the Punch and Judy people
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nells grandfather
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

A young wife visiting a cigar shop to buy some cork tipped cigars for her husband. Date: 1928- 1929

The Old Curiosity Shop, Kit behind bars
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

Butchers shop display, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
A Prestcold refrigerated display cabinet at C R Harris Butchers in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, with advertising material for Birds Eye and Frood foods. 1965

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the churchyard
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

Plate Glass Casting at Cooksons Glass Works, South Shields
Interior of a plate-glass casting shop at Cooksons Glass Works, South Shields. Date: 1844

The Old Curiosity Shop, Mrs Jiniwin & Sampson Brass
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the ruined interior
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

A Slippery Customer by W. S. Hutton 1927
Young woman being very indecisive on what shoes to buy, while the shop assistant is on her hands and knees exhausted. Date: 1927

Newspaper delivery boys and girls, Walton, Essex
The girls and boys who delivered newspapers for Mark James & Son, newsagents of Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. They were given a treat on 2 September 1953 when they were all taken to Wembley to see Tex

Children collecting paper to aid war effort, Walton, Essex
This group of children at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, have collected paper and cardboard for salvage to support the war effort. circa 1940

Co-Op Store, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
Interior view of part of the Co-Operative Department Store at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, showing clothing and rolls of material on display. 1957

Sheet Glass Making at Cooksons Glass Works, South Shields
Interior of a sheet-glass-making shop at Cooksons Glass Works, South Shields. A man blows into a pipe leading into a tubular bubble of glass which will then be opened out to form a sheet. Date: 1844

Disguising a German Shop - Start of WWI
Postcard sent within six weeks of the start of WWI, depicting a German Shopkeeper in Britain hastily changing the livery of his store to something perfectly British

The Old Curiosity Shop, the single gentleman
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

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"Exploring the Royal Shopping Experience: From Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to Selfridges" Step into a time capsule and transport yourself back to c1953, where you can witness the regal splendor of shopping during the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Immerse yourself in history as you stroll through Stamford / Lincs in the 1950s, capturing glimpses of a bygone era. But let's not forget that shopping is not just about royalty; it encompasses various aspects of society. Take a detour to Hogarth's Gin Lane, an iconic depiction of drinking and intemperance that reminds us of the darker side often associated with consumerism. For book lovers, Shakespeare and Company bookstore in Paris beckons with its literary charm. Lose yourself amidst shelves filled with timeless classics and feel inspired by the words that have shaped generations. Embark on an extraordinary journey along El Camino Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. Along this ancient path, pilgrims find solace while encountering quaint shops offering mementos symbolizing their spiritual quest. Venture across continents to O'Connell Street in Limerick City, Republic of Ireland. Here lies a bustling hub where locals gather for vibrant street markets like Vucciria Market in Palermo, Sicily. The aroma of fresh produce fills the air as vendors proudly display their wares - a true feast for all senses. Travel further south to Central America's Panama and discover Kuna Indian traditional molas at Cristobal. These intricate textiles tell stories passed down through generations and offer unique treasures for those seeking cultural immersion through shopping. Back on British soil, experience retail therapy at its finest within Birmingham's Bullring Shopping Centre or marvel at Castle Junction and Royal Avenue in Belfast - two destinations showcasing modernity alongside historical charm.