Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Boroughs > City of London
Old Chairs to mend, Cries of London, c1870
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Old Chairs to mend, Cries of London, c1870
Old Chairs to mend. A chair mender sitting outside a house working on a seat, with a woman watching him, another holding a chair waiting to be mended, and a dog in the foreground. From Cries of London, c1870
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15172672
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Chair Mender Francis Francis Wheatley Francis Wheatly Photo Mechanical Process Repairing Straw Street Cry Street Life Waiting Wheatley
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Dogs (Domestic)
> Working
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> Francis Wheatley
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Fine art
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> City of London
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Related Images
Old Chairs to Mend, Cries of London, c1870 - A Glimpse into 19th Century Street Life
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print from the late 19th century transports us back in time to the bustling streets of London. In this scene captured by an anonymous photographer, we witness a slice of everyday life as a chair mender diligently works on repairing a seat outside a house. With straw strewn around him and his tools at hand, he focuses intently on his craft. The chair mender is not alone in his task; nearby stands a woman watching him with curiosity while another patiently holds her worn-out chair, waiting for its turn to be fixed. The presence of these women hints at their involvement in household affairs and their reliance on skilled craftsmen like the man before them. In the foreground sits an adorable dog, perhaps belonging to one of the residents or simply drawn by the activity unfolding before it. This charming animal adds warmth and character to the scene. Francis Wheatley's "Cries of London" series captures various street vendors and tradespeople going about their daily routines. These prints were often used for advertising purposes during that era but have since become valuable historical artifacts. Through this remarkable image, we gain insight into not only the profession of chair mending but also into gender roles, social dynamics, and architectural styles prevalent in 19th century England. It serves as a reminder that even mundane tasks can hold great significance when viewed through the lens of history
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
