Briefcase Collection

Ticket barrier at Paddington Station, London, c. 1940
An image showing passenger tickets being checked at Paddington Station, London, c.1940. A ticket inspector is checking the ticket of a city gentleman wearing a bowler hat

Theatre du Vaudeville: La Passerelle, by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942), illustration, 1902
Posters, France, 20th century. Theatre du Vaudeville: La Passerelle, 1902. Illustration by Leonetto Cappiello (1875-1942)

Mr Libbys Creamed Rice Milk Pudding
Libbys Happy Families Card Game, Mr Libbys Creamed Rice Milk Pudding. circa 1950s

The Head, 1901. Artist: Spy
The Head, 1901. James John Hornby (1826-1909), headmaster of Eton College from 1868 to 1884. He was previously a rower, competing for Oxford University in the Boat Race

1984 Portuguese GP
CIRCUITO ESTORIL, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 21: Niki Lauda during the Portuguese GP at Circuito Estoril on October 21, 1984 in Circuito Estoril, Portugal. (Photo by Ercole Colombo / Studio Colombo)

John Stonehouse MP for Walsall North held his first constituency surgery since he disappeared 14 months ago at Bloxwich Public Library, today, Saturday 29th November 1975

Koo Stark, Actress out and about in London, Friday 3rd June 1983

No this is not what happens to passengers if they wait around for trains that don t arrive on time, and British Rail have not been reduced to running on a skeleton staff

Director Steven Spielberg seen here at Heathrow Airport with Kate Capshaw with their new daughter Sasha Rebecca Spielberg. 11th July 1990

Advert, A Double Diamond works wonders, Pale Ale Beer

Robin Cook with members of the NUPE trades union
Robin Cook (Robert Finlayson Cook, 1946-2005), British Labour politician. Seen here in the street with members of the trades union NUPE (National Union of Public Employees). Date: circa 1990s

People standing in line, talking
1973, Large Group Of People, Adults Only, Young Adult, Young Women, Young Men, Mid Adult, Mid Adult Men, Mature Adult, Mature Men, Caucasian Appearance, Studio Shot, White Background, Square

Two businessman discussing at bar chart while another man using telephone in background
Three People, Adults Only, Mature Adult, Only Mature Men, Only Men, Caucasian Appearance, Indoors, Day, Vertical, Black And White, Photography, Head And Shoulders, Full Length, Full Suit, Smart

BusinessCall
Marcel Egger

The Journey
Aglioni Simone

eaten by the whale
Sofie Steenhoudt

Japanese office worker bar
sirou.minami

Portfolio owned by Chris Dundee, 1950-1998. Creator: Everlast Worldwide, Inc
Carrier for paperwork owned by Chris Dundee, original owner of the World Famous 5th St. Gym, a boxing gym in Miami Beach, Florida, where many fighters made their names, including Muhammad Ali

Bernhard Dernburg, German politician and banker (colour litho)
3620553 Bernhard Dernburg, German politician and banker (colour litho) by Barrere, Adrien (1877-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bernhard Dernburg (1865-1937)

Edwardian postcard of a cat in human clothes carrying a briefcase and holding a cane, c
3604926 Edwardian postcard of a cat in human clothes carrying a briefcase and holding a cane, c.1910 (colour litho) by English School

London postman, 1820 (colour litho)
2798015 London postman, 1820 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London postman, 1820. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The headmaster of Yamaguchi High School at his farewell in 1927 (b / w photo)
CH433410 The headmaster of Yamaguchi High School at his farewell in 1927 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Japanese, out of copyright

Jack Buchanan in Mr. Whittington at London Hippodrome
Jack Buchanan as a modern Dick Whittington in Mr Whittington, the comedy musical at the London Hippodrome in which he starred with Elsie Randolph. Date: 1934

Paris by Morning - British Railways advertisement 1951
Paris by Morning - Travel London to Paris by British Railways - Night Ferry - Golden Arrow. Date: 1951

Gentleman cat in a top hat on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

The Jewish Man, Marco Alpron, from Gli abiti dei Veneziani
TPG188191 The Jewish Man, Marco Alpron, from Gli abiti dei Veneziani (w/c on paper) (b/w photo) (see 188190 for accompanying text) by Grevenbroeck, Jan van (1731-1807); Museo Correr, Venice

Me too, I m a socialist, cartoon from L Assiette au Beurre
XIR411532 Me too, I m a socialist, cartoon from L Assiette au Beurre, 8 December, 1906 (colour litho) by Bernard, Edouard (fl.1906-10); Musee de La Presse, Paris

Guide to Selling - Giant Salesman Strides Through a City, 1928 (screen print)
2630073 Guide to Selling - Giant Salesman Strides Through a City, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Guide to Selling - Salesman Travels Between Cities, 1928 (engraving)
2630071 Guide to Selling - Salesman Travels Between Cities, 1928 (engraving) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Arriving Home, (oil on canvas)
985099 Arriving Home, (oil on canvas) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); 91.5x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Arriving Home. Newell Convers Wyeth (1882-1945). Oil on canvas

Guide to Selling - Salesman and Wall of Print Ads, 1928 (screen print)
2630070 Guide to Selling - Salesman and Wall of Print Ads, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Chas L Davis celebrated Alvin Joslin (chromolitho)
732655 Chas L Davis celebrated Alvin Joslin (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Guide to Selling - Salesman Sweats Through a Sales Report, 1928 (screen print)
2630074 Guide to Selling - Salesman Sweats Through a Sales Report, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

The Lake Erie and Western Railroad (chromolitho)
3656970 The Lake Erie and Western Railroad (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lake Erie and Western Railroad)

Work or leisure
One half of a beige cat dressed in a suit holds a briefcase and the other half dressed in shorts holds juice.. Iryna Kuznetsova (Iridi)

Observers II
Jure Kravanja

Nowhere man
mario grobenski - psychodaddy

On the road
Tatyana Tomsickova

The little traveler
Tatyana Tomsickova

the news public falsehood
Jay Satriani

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Shadow of fear
Jay Satriani

White collar worker
Kumiko Nakata

The shortest way to office!
Huib Limberg

Where the fish goes?
Miloš Nejezchleb

The street of birds
Tetsuya Hashimoto

Just One Leader
Antonyus Bunjamin (Abe)

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"Unveiling the Timeless Elegance: The Briefcase Chronicles" Step back in time to Paddington Station, London, circa 1940, where a ticket barrier stands witness to countless journeys embarked upon by distinguished gentlemen and women. Amongst them, a gentleman clutches his trusty briefcase tightly, carrying secrets of success within its polished leather exterior. In another era, amidst the bustling streets of London, an advertisement catches the eye - Mr Libbys Creamed Rice Milk Pudding tempts taste buds with its creamy indulgence. A briefcase rests nearby; a symbol of refined taste and sophistication. The Head gazes at us from 1901; an enigmatic figure captured by Spy's skilled hand. His poised demeanor suggests that hidden within his briefcase lie plans for greatness or perhaps even mischief. At Theatre du Vaudeville in 1902, La Passerelle enchants audiences with Leonetto Cappiello's captivating illustration. Amidst the laughter and applause, one can spot a mysterious briefcase left unattended backstage - what secrets does it hold? A Double Diamond works wonders according to an advert that echoes through time. In boardrooms across nations, businessmen gather around charts discussing strategies while their trusted briefcases rest beside them like loyal companions. Meanwhile, Robin Cook engages with members of NUPE trades union as they stand in line passionately conversing about workers' rights. Their worn-out but cherished briefcases serve as symbols of resilience and determination. Amidst this flurry of activity sits Diana Gaye – a contortionist whose flexibility knows no bounds. With her graceful poise atop a car boot and her precious belongings tucked away safely inside her beloved briefcase – she is ready for any adventure life may bring. As we journey deeper into history underground on the London Underground network playing Old Maid card game "Tickets Please, " we discover commuters clutching their cards close alongside their trusty briefcases, a reminder of the daily battles they face.