Rickshaws Collection (#4)

Rickshaws and porters on North Bridge Road, Singapore, circa 1880s (Lambert studio). Date: circa 1880s

Rickshaws outside the Oriental Hotel, Kobe, Japan, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

Japanese Rickshaw with Driver and Passenger Date: circa 1906

Market day, Saigon, Cochinchina (Vietnam)
Ben Thanh Market on market day, Saigon, Cochinchina (Vietnam), with hansom cabs and rickshaws. Date: circa 1910

Street scene in Sapporo, Japan - Winter - note the sled rickshaw on the right hand side. Date: 1907

Japanese woman in rikshaw
Elegant Japanese woman wearing kimono, holding a Japanese paper parasol in her hand, while seated in a rikshaw, drawn by a man in humble clothing

Rickshaw, Cape Town
A rickshaw man of Cape Town, South Africa, in his noticeable uniform Date: 1930s

People being pulled in rickshaws sightseeing in Japan Date: circa 1920

Grand Hotel, Yokohama, Japan, with cars and rickshaws outside. circa 1918

Little boy with a toy rickshaw
Studio portrait of a young boy with a toy rickshaw. Date: c. 1910

Women in rickshaws, Japan

Daikoku Bridge, Osaka, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Rickshaws, Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
A line of rickshaws in the Ueno district of Tokyo, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Rickshaws and Curio Store, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

Street in Hong Kong, China. Date: circa 1890

Cherry blossom and rickshaws, Yokohama, Japan
Cherry blossom and passengers in their rickshaws, Noge Hill, Yokohama, Japan. Date: circa 1890s

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The Fire Season at Hong Kong: Officers of the Brigade Coming up in Rickshaws

A Suggestion for the Park, 1879 (engraving)
XJF322594 A Suggestion for the Park, 1879 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon of June 22nd)

Three Japanese Geisha in Rickshaws Date: circa 1904

Japan - Kobe - Division Street Date: circa 1906

Kobe, Japan, Rickshaws, Drivers, passengers on Nunobiki Road Date: 1908

Singapore - Street in the Chinese Quarter. Washing is put out on a pole in front of the houses - in some instances (as described on the reverse of this card) resembling a scarecrow! Date: 1910s

China - Shanghai - Nanjing Road - Rickshaws and shops Date: circa 1907

China - Shanghai - The Bund
The Bund - a waterfront area (and street) in central Shanghai focused on a section of Zhongshan Road within the former Shanghai International Settlement, along the western bank of the Huangpu River

China - Shanghai - The French International Settlement Date: circa 1910s

Shanghai, China - French and English Settlements and Trams. Date: circa 1910s

Shanghai, China - The Bund - near the Garden Bridge
The Bund (near the Garden (Waibaidu) Bridge - a waterfront area in central Shanghai focused on a section of Zhongshan Road within the former Shanghai International Settlement

Hongkew Market, Shanghai, China
The busy streets surrounding the Hongkew Market (which operated between 1892-1910) at Shanghai, China Date: circa 1908

Rickshaw on the Nanjing Road (The Maloo) - Shanghai, China. Date: circa 1920

Tram, rickshaw and wheelbarrow - Shanghai, China
Tram, rickshaw and wheelbarrow - Bubbling Well Road, Shanghai, China Date: circa 1909

Street Scene - Beijing, China. Date: circa 1910s

Beijing, China - City Wall, Rickshaw Stand and market stalls Date: circa 1910s

Zhenjiang, China - street scene Date: 1920

The Theatre on Dotonbori (Theatre Street), Osaka, Japan Date: 1907

The Municipal Theatre - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam Date: circa 1910s

Hong Kong, China - Queens Road East - Corner of Arsenal Street. Date: circa 1910s

Torii (Shinto gate) at the Atago Hill at Shiba, Tokyo, Japan
Torii (gate) at the Shinto Shrine at Atago Hill, Tokyo, Japan. A torii is a traditional Japanese gate most commonly found at the entrance of or within a Shinto shrine

South Africa - Gardiner Street, Durban - note the local branch of Woolworths! Date: 1938

New Bridge Road, Singapore
New Bridge Road (Chinatown), Singapore Date: circa 1910s

Kobe, Japan - Bund Street Date: circa 1910s

Singapore - Rickshaw puller takes a breather and grabs some refreshment from a conveniently-located stall which appears to be serving drinks and snacks. Date: circa 1920s

Singapore - The Esplade Date: circa 1905

Singapore - The Singapore Club. Date: circa 1905

Rickshaws outside Christ Church in the town square, Melaka (Malacca), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Decorated kitsch cycle trishaw rickshaw with soft toys in Malacca, Malaysia

View of road with traffic and government buildings at dusk, New Delhi, Delhi, India, March

Rickshaw on the street, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, Asia

England, London, South Bank. Iconic Rickshaws outside the Royal Festival Hall part of the Southbank Centre located on the River Thames

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Rickshaws, a timeless mode of transportation, have left their mark on various corners of the world. In Singapore's bustling Raffles Place, these iconic vehicles weave through the cityscape, carrying passengers to their destinations with ease. Travel back in time to Hong Kong's vibrant street scene in the 1890s; rickshaws line the roads as witnesses to an era long gone. A side view of a Bangladeshi rickshaw reveals its intricate design and craftsmanship. These colorful chariots serve as both transport and art, showcasing the rich culture of Bangladesh. Across the Indian Ocean lies Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), where Galle Face Hotel stands witness to countless rickshaw journeys taken by visitors exploring this enchanting island. In Shanghai's Garden Bridge (Waibaidu Bridge), rickshaws glide gracefully along its ancient pathways. The bridge becomes a stage for these humble vehicles that effortlessly blend tradition with modernity. Journey further south to George Town on Penang Island in Malaysia; traditional 19th-century shophouses stand tall alongside busy streets adorned with rickshaws. Slovakia surprises us with its own take on relaxation - thermal baths at Piestany offer weary travelers respite from their adventures while nearby rickshaws await patiently for those seeking exploration beyond spa walls. Once again, we find ourselves in George Town on Penang Island; it seems this place has become synonymous with preserving history and embracing progress simultaneously. New Delhi railway station buzzes with activity as rickshaws fill every available space outside its grand entrance. A testament to India's vibrant energy and diverse culture, these vehicles navigate chaotic streets effortlessly, providing locals and tourists alike an authentic experience of Delhi life. Finally, Dhaka captures our attention with its frenetic pace; busy intersections are transformed into symphonies of motion as swarms crisscross the streets.