Footwear Collection (#100)

A Dress Rehearsal, 1868. Artist: John Tenniel
A Dress Rehearsal, 1868. The campaigning for the General Election of 1868 was well under way, and it was apparent that the Liberal party were leading the race

The Reform Bill, 1866. Frantic Excitement!!!, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
The Reform Bill, 1866. Frantic Excitement!!!, 1866. Mr and Mrs John Bull, representing the people of Britain, doze over their newspapers which, without exception

Father Thames Himself Again, 1865 Artist: John Tenniel
Father Thames Himself Again, 1865. Lor Bless Yer R Y L Ighness! I ain t the Same River since I Gave up Scavenging and Turned Waterman

This is The Noblest Roman of Them All!, 1864. Artist: John Tenniel
This is The Noblest Roman of Them All!, 1864. A toga-clad Mr Punch, honours the arrival at Southampton of General Garibaldi on a visit to England

Sir Rowland Le Grand, 1864. Artist: John Tenniel
Sir Rowland Le Grand, 1864. Britannia crowns Sir Rowland Hill with a laurel wreath. Sir Rowland founded the present postal system when, in 1840, he suggested that all letters should be prepaid

Extremes Meet, 1863. Artist: John Tenniel
Extremes Meet, 1863. This cartoon depicts Abraham Lincoln on the left and Alexander II on the right, shaking hands across the divide, and with fighting and death taking place behind them

Mutual Accommodation, 1860. This cartoon illustrates the argument taking place between France, represented here by Madame La Banque on the left

The Boy for our Money, 1860. Diz says: Better let me Carry it for yer, Sir!. John Bull replies: Never again! I Tried you Before

How Dirty Old Father Thames was Whitewashed, 1858. A British workman in overalls and boots holds a large brush in one hand, and a handkerchief to his nose with the other

Ph-pps The Fortunate, 1858. (As he Appeared when made a Knight of the Shower Bath.) Phipps, Prince Alberts private secretary, kneels down whilst holding a pair of boots

Notice to Quit, 1861. Pope Pius IX, dressed as a cook with her papal crown partially hidden by a large mob cap, is being given notice by the master of the house, Louis Napoleon

The Next Refugee, or a Drheam of the Futur, 1859. Pro Nono I want-a, to go to Ley-chesterra Squarra! Pope Pius IX, clutching his shopping basket like a housewife, with his umbrella and box of relics

Bow-Wow!!, 1859. Rumours of the invasion of Britain by France abounded. The French press reported extensively that Britain was in fact preparing to take the offensive

The Anglers Return, 1859. This cartoon depicts Derby on the left in country tweeds with matching crown, and Disraeli on the right in boots with his rods slung across his back

Shoeshiner in the French Market, New Orleans, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Shoeshiner in the French Market, New Orleans, 19th Century

1953, One Person, Adults Only, Young Adult, One Woman Only, One Young Woman Only, Studio Shot, White Background, Square, Colour, Photography, Portrait, Full Length, Front View, Dress, Footwear

Susi - sitting in a boot, holding a tennis ball. 1950s

F Keen (Burton-on-Trent) Shoe Manufacturers stationery, Bank Square Factory, Burton-on-Trend, Staffordshire, with adverts for Tip Toes Footwear and High Road Shoes

People in leisurewear and swimwear on board ship
A group of people in leisurewear and swimwear on board ship, possibly in Miami, Florida, USA. Date: circa 1930

Advert for Peter Robinsons ladies footwear 1905
Selection of Edwardian ladies footwear including elegant beaded evening shoes and ankle boots. 1905

Advert for Raouls French footwear 1911
Elegant chic comfortable womens footwear. Date: 1911

Jane Renouardt (1890 1972), French actress, front cover photograph showing the latest craze by going stockingless. Date: 1914

Advert for Pinets footwear in Paris 1887
Advertisement for Pinets footwear- boots and shoes for ladies, gentlemen and children. Date: 1887

Advert for Airborne womens footwear 1949
Practical womens shoe made from calf leather. 1949

Beautiful evening dresses 1913
Latest evening wear for women from Paris. 1913

Fashion for fur trimming 1913
Women models wearing the lastest fashionable winter jackets with fur trim. 1913

The season of shopping featuring ladies fashions and shoes including shoes from Saxone Shoe company and wraps from Debenham and Freebody s, London, 1926 1926

Waiting for the Verdict -- at the cobbler s
Waiting for the Verdict -- a little girl wonders if the cobbler will be able to repair her boots. 1893

London Trade Card - Thomas Berry, Leather Clogs
London Trade Card - Thomas Berry at the Patten & Crown under St Dunstans Church in Fleet Street, selling Leather Clogs. 18th century

Japanese Geta shops, selling traditional colourful footwear. Geta is the term used to describe a form of traditional Chinese-Japanese footwear that resemble both clogs and flip-flops

Advert for Fanchon shoe styles, London, 1926
Advert for Fanchon shoes, Old Bond Street, London, 1926 - the newest Paris styles in London Date: 1926

The Netherlands - The perils of smoking (2 / 2)
The perils of smoking. A group of young Dutch Boys suffer the consequences of having a puff on their Fathers pipes! Date: circa 1910s

The Netherlands - The perils of smoking (1 / 2)
The perils of smoking. A group of young Dutch Boys suffer the consequences of having a puff on their Fathers pipes! Date: circa 1910s

Susi - with boot and tennis ball. 1950s

Large dutch family outside their wooden home at Marken, The Netherlands. circa 1910s

Kitten inside an old boot on a greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Susi - with kitten, boot and mouse. 1950s

Changes which marriage and children bring - Comic postcard
Comic postcard - " Look before you leap" - A cautionary tale of the changes which marriage and children bring - Alone = one pair of boots. Sallie and I = Two pairs of boots

Greetings card in the shape of galoshes or overshoes. Date: circa 1890s

Red poppies in a white shoe on a birthday postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Water Wear for Whitsun - 1930s swimwear advertisement
Advertisement for water wear, available from major retailers. As well as the striking Red Seal swimming suit in the Persian Pheasant design, there is the submarine bathing cap, submarine sandals

Shoes to wear on the Riviera - Excelsior advertisement, 1925
Advertisement for Excelsior shoes advising on the ideal shoes to wear on the French Riviera - a model in black satin and black and gold brocade. Date: 1925

Chinese Shoemaker Date: circa 1909

Our Boys Clothing Company, childrens boots and shoes
Our Boys Clothing Company boots and shoes for children Date: c.1895

French Happy Families - Cobbler
French Happy Families - La Famille Lebouif, Grandmother, Cobbler. early 20th century

Anna Pavlova - Cantilever Shoes advert
Anna Pavlova, Russian ballerina - Cantilever Shoes advert. circa 1920s

Japanese Art - Couple out for a walk - Springtime. Date: 19th century

Greetings card, babys knitted shoe
Greetings card in the shape of a babys knitted shoe. Date: circa 1890s

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From timeless elegance to bold statements, it has always been an art form. Take a step back in time with Hermes' exquisite craftsmanship in 1886, captured beautifully by Jonnard's brush strokes (Picture No. 11768937). The Old Fisherman, portrayed by Joseph Edward Southall in 1903, showcases the durability and practicality of shoes even in the harshest conditions. Field Marshal Lord Roberts, depicted by Lafayette in 1902, exemplifies the power and authority that can be conveyed through footwear. In Northampton's thriving shoe industry, W Barratt & Co Ltd left their mark with stunning brochure illustrations and covers throughout history. Their designs from 1926 display a variety of ladies boots that catered to every taste (Picture No. 11072946). Meanwhile, Raoul Shoe Company made waves with their innovative advertising techniques as early as 1912. But it's not just about aesthetics; technology has also played a role in revolutionizing footwear. Witness the intriguing X-ray Stiletto High-Heeled Shoe that reveals its inner structure like never before. And for those curious about what lies beneath the surface when wearing stilettos or any other shoe style, an MRI-style X-ray captures it all. Footwear is not only a fashion statement but also reflects cultural movements and subcultures like skinheads. Fifteen-year-old Chris Harward poses proudly at home with his mother Joan while sporting his distinctive skinhead style. Whether you appreciate classic designs or embrace cutting-edge innovation, there is no denying that footwear holds immense significance both artistically and functionally throughout history.