Cobblers Collection (#2)

Portrait of Vincenzo Grassi, 1620 circa, Bartolomeo Schedoni (oil on canvas)
7064220 Portrait of Vincenzo Grassi, 1620 circa, Bartolomeo Schedoni (oil on canvas) by Schedoni, Bartolomeo (c.1570-1615); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

The shoemaker, 1894 (oil on canvas)
AIS5355989 The shoemaker, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Abarzuza y Rodriguez de Arias, Felipe (1871-1948); 97x75 cm; Museo de Cadiz

A virago beating a man with a stick. 1831 (engraving)
7234792 A virago beating a man with a stick. 1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A virago beating a man with a stick)

The Cobbler, 19th century. Creators: Unknown, A. Faslin[k]
The Cobbler, 19th century

17th century Dutch shoemaker in a small shop, 1803 (engraving)
7233061 17th century Dutch shoemaker in a small shop, 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

A cobbler buying a bust from a travelling Italian sculptor. 1831 (engraving)
7234811 A cobbler buying a bust from a travelling Italian sculptor. 1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Village politicians meeting in front of a tavern. 1831 (engraving)
7234791 Village politicians meeting in front of a tavern.1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village politicians, a shoemaker)

Mother with triplets (colour litho)
7157217 Mother with triplets (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mother with triplets. Illustration from Herzblattchens Zeitvertreib)

Pomegranates (litho)
7193725 Pomegranates (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pomegranates. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham, 1917).); © Look and Learn

Castor-oil Plant (litho)
7193719 Castor-oil Plant (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Castor-oil Plant. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham)

The Hand Jigger (litho)
7193714 The Hand Jigger (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hand Jigger. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham)

Fancy Shoes and Slippers (colour litho)
7193656 Fancy Shoes and Slippers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fancy Shoes and Slippers)

The London Shoe Companys Show Room, designed on Classic Lines (colour litho)
7193651 The London Shoe Companys Show Room, designed on Classic Lines (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London Shoe Companys Show Room)

Oriental Gall Oak, Quercus infectoria (litho)
7193727 Oriental Gall Oak, Quercus infectoria (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oriental Gall Oak, Quercus infectoria)

Hemlock Spruce Fir (litho)
7193723 Hemlock Spruce Fir (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hemlock Spruce Fir. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham)

Sumach, Rhus Coriaria (litho)
7193721 Sumach, Rhus Coriaria (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sumach, Rhus Coriaria)

Foliage of the Logwood Tree (litho)
7193720 Foliage of the Logwood Tree (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foliage of the Logwood Tree)

Indigo Plant (litho)
7193716 Indigo Plant (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indigo Plant. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham, 1917).); © Look and Learn

The Emerson Shoe, R B Grover and Company, advertisement (chromolitho)
7154185 The Emerson Shoe, R B Grover and Company, advertisement (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emerson Shoe, R B Grover and Company)

At the shoemakers (colour litho)
7172636 At the shoemakers (colour litho) by Rohling, Carl (1849-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the shoemaker s)

Birch, Betula alba (litho)
7193729 Birch, Betula alba (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birch, Betula alba. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham)

Larch (litho)
7193724 Larch (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Larch. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham, 1917).); © Look and Learn

Fustic (litho)
7193717 Fustic (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fustic. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham, 1917).); © Look and Learn

The "Boots and Shoes"Department in a High-class Store (colour litho)
7193653 The " Boots and Shoes" Department in a High-class Store (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tommys Boots (colour litho)
7181946 Tommys Boots (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tommys Boots. Illustration for Bubbles edited by Dr Barnardo (1903).); © Look and Learn

Alder, Alnus glutinosa (litho)
7193726 Alder, Alnus glutinosa (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alder, Alnus glutinosa)

Pressure Print of Bare Foot (litho)
7193709 Pressure Print of Bare Foot (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pressure Print of Bare Foot)

Arms of the Worshipful Company of Leathersellers (colour litho)
7193657 Arms of the Worshipful Company of Leathersellers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms of the Worshipful Company of Leathersellers)

Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho)
7193648 Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suggestions for Window Display)

Arms of the Worshipful Company of Curriers (colour litho)
7193652 Arms of the Worshipful Company of Curriers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms of the Worshipful Company of Curriers)

Chestnut, Castanea vesca (litho)
7193730 Chestnut, Castanea vesca (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chestnut, Castanea vesca)

Catechu, Acacia Catechu (litho)
7193728 Catechu, Acacia Catechu (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catechu, Acacia Catechu)

Oak, Quercus Robur (litho)
7193722 Oak, Quercus Robur (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oak, Quercus Robur. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham)

Great Prickly-cupped or Valonia Oak (litho)
7193718 Great Prickly-cupped or Valonia Oak (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Prickly-cupped or Valonia Oak)

Brazil Wood (litho)
7193715 Brazil Wood (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brazil Wood. Illustration for The Modern Boot and Shoe Maker (Gresham, 1917).); © Look and Learn

Coloured Leathers (colour litho)
7193658 Coloured Leathers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coloured Leathers)

Tanned Skin of Japanese Frog (colour litho)
7193655 Tanned Skin of Japanese Frog (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tanned Skin of Japanese Frog)

Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho)
7193650 Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suggestions for Window Display)

Carved wooden misericords from Rouen Cathedral, France, 15th Century (engraving)
7185692 Carved wooden misericords from Rouen Cathedral, France, 15th Century (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Arms of the Worshipful Company of Skinners (colour litho)
7193660 Arms of the Worshipful Company of Skinners (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms of the Worshipful Company of Skinners)

Arms of the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers (colour litho)
7193654 Arms of the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms of the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers)

Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho)
7193649 Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suggestions for Window Display)

Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho)
7193647 Suggestions for Window Display (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suggestions for Window Display)

"A Stitch in Time saves Nine"(engraving)
7188313 " A Stitch in Time saves Nine" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Savetier; Cobbler; Schuhflicker (engraving)
7197497 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Savetier; Cobbler; Schuhflicker (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Savetier; Cobbler; Schuhflicker)

The Wits Last Stake; or, The Cobbling Voter and Abject Canvassers, satire on Tory accusations against the Duchess of
7148315 The Wits Last Stake; or, The Cobbling Voter and Abject Canvassers, satire on Tory accusations against the Duchess of Devonshire of bribing voters while canvassing on behalf of the Whig

Bootmakers workshop at Dr Barnardos childrens home, Stepney Causeway, London (chromolitho)
7157104 Bootmakers workshop at Dr Barnardos childrens home, Stepney Causeway, London (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Cobblers: The Art of Mending Soles and Preserving Traditions" From the bustling streets of Northampton to the ancient workshops in Tunisia, they have been an integral part of our society for centuries. At Sixfields Stadium Art in Northampton Town, a vibrant mural depicting two cobblers diligently mending shoes serves as a reminder of their craftsmanship. Shoemakers in Tunisia continue this age-old tradition, skillfully crafting footwear that reflects their rich cultural heritage. Their dedication to perfection is evident in every stitch. The engraving commemorating St Crispins Day reminds us of the patron saint of shoemakers and celebrates their invaluable contribution to our daily lives. Cobblers hold a special place not only in history but also within various cultures worldwide. In Thessaloniki, Greece, the Arch of Galerius pays homage to cobblers who played a vital role in providing comfort through well-crafted shoes. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to their artistry. Traveling eastward, we find ourselves immersed in Japanese culture where Zori Sandal makers and Geta Clog makers meticulously create footwear that embodies elegance and tradition. These skilled artisans ensure that each pair tells its own story. Even ancient Egypt recognized the importance of cobblers; hieroglyphs depict them making sandals and shoes with utmost care and precision. Their craft was essential for protecting feet from scorching desert sands. Vincenzo Grassi's portrait captures the essence of a cobbler's pride and dedication during the 17th century. Through Bartolomeo Schedoni's oil on canvas masterpiece, we glimpse into an era when these craftsmen were revered for their skills. Closer to home, Soho's Peter Street W1 has long been associated with London's shoemaking industry. Its historic significance showcases how cobbling has shaped local communities throughout generations and can more than just skilled artisans.