Courier Collection (#2)

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)

The Actors Bando Matakuro IV as Chubei, Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Umegawa, and Nakamura Katsug... 1783
The Actors Bando Matakuro IV as Chubei, Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Umegawa, and Nakamura Katsugoro as Magoemon, in the play "Keisei Koibikyaku

The Courier Kantan dreaming of Himself as a Daimyo (Hikyaku Kantan: yume no daimyo)... c. 1716 / 35
The Courier Kantan dreaming of Himself as a Daimyo (Hikyaku Kantan: yume no daimyo), no. 8 from a series of 12 prints depicting parodies of plays, c. 1716/35

Runner - Livery of a English courier, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile
FLO4572957 Runner - Livery of a English courier, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historique de la France

Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Message to Vienna
Vintage engraving of a scene from the Adventures of Baron Munchausen, illustrated by Gustave Dore. Message to Vienna

Jim Courier Usa 19 March 1992 Date: 19 March 1992

Advertisement for the New Line Dispatch, from
AQS257125 Advertisement for the New Line Dispatch, from The New York Journal & Patriotic Register, 6th April, 1793 (print) by American School, (18th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

Israeli Aircraft Industries IAI-1124 Westwind N1124P, of Purolator Courier, at London Heathrow Airport. Date: circa 1980

Rockwell Sabre 60 N100Y (msn 306-50). of Purolator Courier, at London Heathrow Airport. Date: circa 1976

Un courrier de la Reine (colour litho)
2789629 Un courrier de la Reine (colour litho) by Bombled, Louis Charles (1862-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un courrier de la Reine)

Western Union messenger boys, Houston, Texas, 1913 (b / w photo)
1126610 Western Union messenger boys, Houston, Texas, 1913 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Triumphant Arrival of the First Pony Express Messenger in Sacramento
CHT214796 Triumphant Arrival of the First Pony Express Messenger in Sacramento, 13th April 1860 (w/c on paper) (b/w photo) by American School

Costume of a blind man, a water carrier, a commissionaire
LSE4112404 Costume of a blind man, a water carrier, a commissionaire, a servant in the 17th century during the reign of Louis XIII. In Costumes of Paris through the centuries

Temmincks courser, Cursorius temminckii (Senegal courier, Tachydromus senegalensis). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardines Naturalists

The Despatch Riders, 1900 (oil on canvas)
PHD21493 The Despatch Riders, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Schreyvogel, Charles (1861-1912); Kennedy Galleries, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

Livery of a French courier, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

The Rat Tat or Postmans Galop
Promotional music sheet for The Rat Tat or Postmans Galop by A Postage Stamp Esquire. Date: circa 1850s

The Postman of Mayfair, by G H WItt and Hs May
Promotional music sheet for The Postman of Mayfair music hall song by G. H. Witt and Hs May and sung with unbounded applause by W Randall

The Postman, by Arthur Lloyd
Promotional music sheet for The Postman music hall song of about 1867, written, composed and sung with immense success by Arthur Lloyd. The postman has to knock at the door as there is no letter box

The Handsome Postman, by H J Wymark and R Hughes
Promotional music sheet for The Handsome Postman music hall song of about 1867 by H. J. Wymark and R. Hughes. Sung by George Leybourne

Despatch from Trebizond;Some news is come that turns their countenances
658271 Despatch from Trebizond; Some news is come that turns their countenances - Shakespeare, c.1873 (oil on canvas) by Wallis

The Queen and the Page, 1896 (oil on canvas)
MHW285574 The Queen and the Page, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Stokes, Marianne (1855-1927); 101x96.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

La Poste Au Japon (engraving)
2783078 La Poste Au Japon (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Poste Au Japon. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 6 August 1882.); © Look and Learn

Ms Fr 22495 Fol. 37v A Messenger Being Sent to Save Antioch
BNP159918 Ms Fr 22495 Fol.37v A Messenger Being Sent to Save Antioch, from Le Roman de Godefroi de Bouillon, 1337 (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The courier line, April 1863 (engraving)
959343 The courier line, April 1863 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The courier line, April 1863)

Launch of an Armed Australian Passenger-Steamer, the Courier, at Wallsend-on-Tyne (engraving)
1591383 Launch of an Armed Australian Passenger-Steamer, the Courier, at Wallsend-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Commissionaire (courier) in the 19th century leaving the bookseller Pillet in Paris
PCT4277533 Commissionaire (courier) in the 19th century leaving the bookseller Pillet in Paris, carrying a load of books on his back, 1826 (engraving) by French School

A Russian Courier with Despatches (engraving)
2785633 A Russian Courier with Despatches (engraving) by Dolby, Edwin Thomas (fl.1849-65); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Russian Courier with Despatches)

A soldier in Reims with his bicycle, France, April 1, 1917 (autochrome)
2606740 A soldier in Reims with his bicycle, France, April 1, 1917 (autochrome) by Castelnau, Paul (1880-1944); eGalerie Bilderwelt; French, out of copyright

The End of the Season, 1846, off to Paris (engraving)
1617310 The End of the Season, 1846, off to Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The End of the Season, 1846, off to Paris)

The Courier of the Desert (engraving)
1596465 The Courier of the Desert (engraving) by Pasini, Alberto (1826-99); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Courier of the Desert. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 August 1889)

Aircraft of the aerial courier service in the year 2000 (chromolitho)
974585 Aircraft of the aerial courier service in the year 2000 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pheidippides brings news of the victory of the Greeks over the Persians at Marathon, 490 BC (chromolitho)
973929 Pheidippides brings news of the victory of the Greeks over the Persians at Marathon, 490 BC (chromolitho) by European School

Mail Carrier Delivering a Package

Baby Delivery Person

Deliveryman and Family Walking on a Sidewalk

Airspeed AS. 5 Courier G-ADAY
Airspeed AS.5 Courier G-ADAY (msn 27), of Portsmouth Southsea and Isle of Wight Aviation (PSIOWA). Due to persistent maintenance problems with the retractable undercarriage

Dog Carrying a Package

The Great Courier (copy), 19th century. Creator: Alois Petrak
The Great Courier (copy), 19th century

The Little Courier. n. d. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Little Courier.n.d

DISTRICT MESSENGERS / GPO
Young boys worked as GPO District Couriers and delivered packages all over London. They wore a distinct uniform with badges on their hats. Date: circa 1930

ADVERT / PRESS BUFFALO
Poster for the Buffalo Courier, Womens Edition Date: circa 1896

C17 COURIER / WOODCUT / 43
A courier/newsboy on horseback Date: 17th century

Helio H-250 Courier Mk. II N5444E
Helio H-250 Courier Mk.II N5444E of Santa-Barbara Aviation Inc. at Lindbergh Field, San Diego CA. Date: 1960s

Helio H-395 super Courier G- ARLD (msn 522), with race number 42, for a Kings Cup Air Race. Date: 1960s-1970s

Chinese prince receiving courier, ca 1820. Artist: Chinese Master
Chinese prince receiving courier, ca 1820. From a private collection

A Desert Courier, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
A Desert Courier, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

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"The Courier: A Timeless Messenger of News and Deliveries" From ancient times to modern day, the role of a courier has been vital in ensuring the smooth flow of communication and transportation. The Royal Logistic Corps, with its rich history dating back centuries, stands as a testament to the importance of couriers in military operations. In the realm of sports, we recall Pheidippides' legendary runs during the first marathon race, where he served as a courageous courier delivering crucial messages. Even royalty recognized the significance of this profession; Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret themselves sent couriers to relay important information. Before technology took over, district messengers played an essential role in connecting people across vast distances. The GPO's dedicated team ensured that letters reached their destinations promptly and efficiently. Traveling through time brings us to 1838 when stagecoaches carried both passengers and packages from Texas to the Pacific Coast. This detailed schedule and price list highlight how couriers were relied upon for long-distance deliveries even then. The biblical tale tells us how David received envoys from King Hiram through trusted couriers—an example that showcases how these messengers bridged gaps between nations throughout history. During times of war, such as depicted in "The Transport Fleet embarking troops at Varna" engraving, couriers played a crucial part in relaying orders swiftly amidst chaos. Their bravery ensured that critical information reached those who needed it most. Moving into more recent times, printing presses like those used by Liverpool Express allowed newspapers to be distributed far and wide—a testament to how couriers facilitated access to news for communities everywhere. Behind-the-scenes departments like plate casting showcased the intricate craftsmanship required for newspaper production while stereotyping departments enabled mass production on a large scale—courier services making sure readers received their papers promptly. Lastly, picture process departments utilized innovative techniques allowing images to accompany news stories—another way that couriers helped deliver not only information but also visual narratives to captivate readers.