Waiter Collection

Moses Weinberger (center) with bartenders Mack O Brien (left)
OKLAHOMA: SALOON, c1900

The Ivy, 1946
Illustration of the interior of the original Ivy restaurant in West Street, Seven Dials, Covent Garden

London Stock Exchange - The Stock Jobbers Pitches. Date: early 1960s

Galley, Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin, 1933. The Graf Zeppelin was the most successful airship ever built

Consequences, illustration by William Heath Robinson
Consequences -- How the thoughtlessness of a butterfly seriously affected a bishops corn, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C

Bear Waiter
Lord Suffield, having shot this bear in Russia, subjects it to the further indignity of being stuffed by Mr Ward and made to serve as a dumb waiter

Champagne Hoard
Lining up bottles of champagne in rows in preparation for a wealthy Argentine society event at the Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Date: 1930s

Garcon De Cafe 1850
A French garcon de cafe, or cafe waiter. Date: 1850

Silent Film Still: Drinking

Revelling with Harlots, plate III of A Rakes Progress, 1735. Tom Rakewell and a companion consorting with harlots in a tavern

Silhouette of a head waiter with a full glass of beer in his hand, and a cat at his feet. An advertisement for Worthington beer

Black Waiter with Thanksgiving Turkey
A jovial black waiter in America raises aloft the Thanksgiving Turkey on this Greetings card

The Girl who ordered a glass of milk at the Cafe Royal
Illustration by H. M

GWR First Class Sleeper Car, 1946
A female passenger is having her morning tea delivered to her in one of the GWRs first class sleeping car compartments

Buffet Car No 9631, c1934
GWR Publicity photograph Built 1934 to diagram H41. Currently on display at STEAM Museum of the GWR, Swindon

Gabriel Masselin, Waiter
Gabriel Masselin served as a waiter at the Grand-Vefour, Paris, for over thirty years. Date: 1879

Wine Waiter Opens Bottle
The wine waiter opens a bottle Date: 1878

Cafe, Port d Andratx, Mallorca, Spain, Europe

Sloppy Joes Bar, Havana, Cuba, 1951. The world famous Sloppy Joes welcomed tourists for over four decades, and offered over 80 cocktails in addition to the bars own brand of 12 year old rum

Cocktail bar on the Flying Scotsman
The cocktail bar for third class passengers on the Flying Scotsman. Date: 1933

Dining Al Fresco DD88_00551
Le Cafe Des Amis Du Vin, Hanover Place, Covent Garden, City Of Westminster, Greater London. Dining al fresco

A candle-lit dinner for two at the Martini International Restaurant in Holloway Bank, Wednesbury, west Midlands. 6th February, 1979

Thessaloniki, Greece - Turkish Coffee Shop Waiter. Date: circa 1910s

Turin Italy, Cafe and Archway

The Scotsman who had his moneys worth
Humorous illustration by H. M

Ariel Sands, Beach Club, Bermuda Date: late 1950s

ADIRONDACKS: HOTEL, c1890. Dining room at the Hotel Champlain in the Adirondacks, New York. Photograph, c1890

Advertisement for Dinner and Orchestra and Vocalist (colour litho)
STC360831 Advertisement for Dinner and Orchestra and Vocalist (colour litho) by Newbould, Frank (1887-1951); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Interior of the winter Bierhaus in Vienna by Wilhelm Gause (1853-1916), watercolor 20th century, Historisches Museum der Stadt Wien (History Museum)

Riviera Interlude by Clark Fay
A relaxed scene showing smart holidaymakers enjoying a drink at an open air cafe underneath striped parasols somewhere on the Cote d Azur, France during the 1930s. Date: 1935

Strong Cheese repels diner and waiter
One of the Market Reports illustrated postcard series

Dining saloon on a London to Liverpool express train
The dining saloon on the London & North Western Railways non-stop express from London Euston to the Riverside Station, Liverpool, for the Atlantic cruise liners. Date: circa 1912

EVEs SECRET, 1925. Betty Compson and Jack Holt in a scene from the film

Alehouse scene in th 1700s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century E.A. Abbey illustration

French Cafe and Garage - Paris
Scene of local people standing outside a Paris Cafe, positioned next to a garage offering cars for hire

A lass and a lack
A panicked and sweating gentleman reaching for his wallet as he is shown a restaurant bill by a waiter. His female companion lights a cigarette and looks on nervously

Blackpool Restaurant 38
The Renaissance restaurant in Blackpool teems with dapper gentlemen and delightful ladies

David Copperfield
3772754 David Copperfield by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92); (add.info.: David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. Illustration by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne)

Banquet scene in the Egyptian Hall at Mansion House in London, 1808. Engraving by Augustus Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson for The Microcosm of London published by Rudolph Ackermann (1808-1810). Engraving

Wine Waiter
A waiter hurries purposely to a table bearing a bottle of wine and a set of flute glasses. From his rosy cheeks, he may have tested the vintage first

American Dining Car
Passengers dining in a Pullman parlour railway car

People Eating at an Outdoor Restaurant with a Faded Advertising Sign on the Wall, Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

Grand ceremonial banquet at the French Court in the 14th century, with entremets (dishes that were served after roasts, vegetables and sweets)

Table service of a Lady of Quality. 19th-century
Table service of a Lady of Quality. Chromolithography from a miniature of the Roman de Renaud de Montauban, 15th century manuscript

Interior of a bar or cabaret, Belgium, 15th century. Barmaid behind the counter, drinkers on benches, a waiter pouring beer from a barrel

A gentleman and soldier flirting with an innkeeper at the bar
English gentleman and Irish soldier flirting with an innkeeper making punch at the bar. A waiter opens a bottle of wine for a diner in the restaurant. Bar Practice

Celebrations organized by the Portuguese writers association
Portugal, Lisbon. Celebrations organized by the Portuguese writers association in honor of Spanish journalists. Literary Evening at Dona Maria Theatre. Foyer. Drawing by Juan Comba. Engraving

Alhambra Bar Pub Cafe Restaurant Old Madrid Spain

man in apron barista work professional a cup of coffee in hand man in apron barista work professional a cup of coffee in hand. High quality photo

The Summer Palace restaurant in Sale, Manchester, this restaurant is 15 years old, 2nd July 1992

Futuristic dinner party
A futuristic chemical dinner party -- a few tablets are served for each guest. Just think -- no washing up! Date: 1899

Jewish Restaurant, Kazimierz, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Courtyard at the Laxmi Vilas Palace Hotel, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Isle of Wight Guesthouse - Occupants and Staff
The guests and some of the staff of an unamed Guesthouse

The Coffee-House Politicians, 1772 (engraving)
GHL430731 The Coffee-House Politicians, 1772 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); height: 17 cm; Guildhall Art Gallery, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English

Faces International nightclub, Edgbaston opens on saturday September 1 after being refurbished at a cost of nearly £ 1 Million

Martin Wilson of Wallsend serves free tea and coffee to first class passengers on the East Coast Rail Line on 20th November 1995

Brian Beacher of Whitley Bay and Graham Lamb (right) of Gosforth on 21st September 1985. They are both going to work on the new British Rail Pullman

waitresses and waiters in a fast food restuarant mini skirts boots USA circa 1965

Waiter John Hughes serving customers at the Contented Sole, restaurant in South Kensington, London June 1962 1960s

Le Ciel - Paris Cabaret Nightclub - Inreior
The Interior of Le Ciel - Montmartre, Paris Cabaret Nightclub

The Toulon Opera House, Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

Cafe in the old town of Capri, Gulf of Naples, Campania, Italy

Europe, Italy, Rome. A restaurant on the piazza Navona prepares for the guests of the day

A waiter carries a tray with drinks at the terrace of a restaurant in downtown Malaga, southern Spain January 3, 2018. REUTERS/Jon Nazca

Restaurant in the Grand Place, Brussels, Belgium

Tapas bar in Seville, Andalusia, Spain

South America, Peru, Cusco, a waiter carrying a tray with a cocktail to a room in the Orient-Express Monasterio hotel, housed in a former Spanish convent (MR) (PR)

South America, Peru, Cusco, Marriott hotel, a waiter at the colonial era bar of the hotel which is housed in a former Spanish convent (MR)

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), view from the AIR Sky bar in central Saigon

India, Maharashtra, Mumbai, The Table restaurant, view along the bar

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Well, I Hardly Know Which To Take First! American cartoon comment
IMPERIALISM CARTOON, c1900

World's most coolest and awesome waiter
Happie Eagle

Waiter dropping a plate of food and onto the head of a diner in a restaurant (colour litho)
5999919 Waiter dropping a plate of food and onto the head of a diner in a restaurant (colour litho) by European School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Striking waiters, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Striking waiters, 1912

Striking waiters at headquarters, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Striking waiters at headquarters, 1912

The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth:banquet to the officers of the French fleet
The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth: the Mayor's Banquet to the officers of the French fleet, 1865. The decorations, which had been intrusted to Mr

The Shakspeare Commemoration: banquet in the pavilion at Stratford-on-Avon...the Earl of Carlisle proposing "The Memory of Shakespeare"

Fete given by the Prince Imperial to poor children of Paris in the Tuileries Gardens, 1864

Overworked clerk (colour litho)
8656906 Overworked clerk (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Overworked clerk. Luncheon. Smoking room. Office clerk flirting with a waitress)

A 17th century banquet. (print)
7419957 A 17th century banquet. (print); (add.info.: A 17th century banquet. This official dinner celebrated the signing of the Peace of Westphalia, September 25, 1649)

Porks crepinettes, c.1910 (print)
7293305 Porks crepinettes, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. Porks crepinettes (flat sausages), favourite meal of Napoleon Ist

American menu (litho)
8641538 American menu (litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: American menu)

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From the London Stock Exchange to revelling with harlots, a waiter's journey through time captured in illustrations. 🎩✨ Intriguingly, the Stock Jobbers Pitches at the London Stock Exchange witnessed not only financial transactions but also waiters gracefully serving amidst bustling traders. Step into William Heath Robinson's whimsical world as his illustration showcases a bear waiter, adding an element of surprise and playfulness to any dining experience. Travel back to 1735 and witness the consequences of revelry in 'A Rake's Progress, ' where a mischievous waiter joins in merriment with lively harlots. The majestic Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin takes flight, carrying waiters aboard its galley. A testament to their adaptability across various settings and eras. Uncover hidden treasures within the Champagne Hoard as waiters delicately pour bubbly elixirs for guests' delight – epitomizing elegance and sophistication. Transport yourself to 1850s Parisian cafes, where garçons de café effortlessly serve patrons with charm and grace that has become synonymous with French culture. Breaking barriers of racial stereotypes, a black waiter proudly presents Thanksgiving turkey - showcasing diversity and inclusivity even during festive occasions. Embark on a nostalgic train journey aboard Buffet Car No 9631 from circa 1934. Waiters skillfully navigate crowded aisles while ensuring passengers are well-fed on their travels. Silhouettes intertwine as headwaiters orchestrate seamless dining experiences – their presence symbolizes professionalism and attention to detail in fine establishments worldwide. Witness an unexpected twist when 'The Girl who ordered a glass of milk at the Cafe Royal' challenges conventions by opting for simplicity amidst opulence - reminding us that every guest is unique. Experience luxury firsthand within GWR First Class Sleeper Car from 1946; attentive waiters catered to travelers' needs throughout long journeys - a testament to their dedication.