Cabbie Collection

NEW FORD TAXI 1930S
One of the new Ford motor taxi cabs

Joe Elvin as a Cabby
The Cockney Comedian Joe Elvin in the role of The Hansom Cabby, singing a ditty entitled My Lot. " Strange things I view when I peep through the little trapdoor!"

St. Saviour's Cabmen's Shelter, Upper Brook-street, Manchester, 1862. Creator: Unknown
St. Saviour's Cabmen's Shelter, Upper Brook-street, Manchester, 1862. 'Praiseworthy attempts...have been made in the metropolis to better the condition of cabmen

(Bertrand), Dis donc, s'ils allaient nous faire.. 1838. Creator: Honore Daumier
(Bertrand), Dis donc, s'ils allaient nous faire.. 1838. (Bertrand) Dis donc, s'ils allaient nous faire un mauvais parti tous ces meurt-de-faim la? (Robert Macaire) Qui, la populace

Federal Taxicab - Cabs at Union Station, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Federal Taxicab - Cabs at Union Station, 1914
Federal Taxicab - Cabs at Union Station, 1914

Federal Taxicab - Cabs at Union Station, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Federal Taxicab - Cabs at Union Station, 1914
Federal Taxicab - Cabs at Union Station, 1914

Cabriolet là M'sieu, là M'sieu... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Cabriolet la M'sieu, la M'sieu... 19th century. je n'ai pas Seulement de quoi aller a pied. [Cabbie}: Carriage monsieur! [I don't just travel on foot?]

Your Cab Company; In response to the need for rapid transportation in a city rapidly growing...1925. Creator: Unknown
Your Cab Company; In response to the need for rapid transportation in a city rapidly growing, "Your Cab Company" was incorporated, June 30th, 1923, 1925

'The Parrot and the Cabbies - An Incident at a Seaside Holiday Resort, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Female French Horse Cab Driver - Madame Decourcelle - Paris
Female French Horse Cab Driver - Madame Decourcelle and her best friend - Paris. Lady cab drivers were seen by paying customers as a far safer bet than their male counterparts

The Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool. Note the elegant gilt Art Nouveau surround border and the horse cab front and centre. Date: 1903

USA, Nevada, Reno, woman cabbie reading in cab at night

Arthur Roberts, actor, in the title role, as Gentleman Joe
Arthur Roberts, actor, theatrical portrait in the title role, as Gentleman Joe, the Hansom Cabbie, in cab driver's uniform with whip. With quotation from the script, Can you spare it?'

Arthur Roberts, actor, as Gentleman Joe at Margate
Arthur Roberts, actor, theatrical portrait in the title role, as Gentleman Joe, the Hansom Cabbie, with accordion. Captioned, Joe on holiday at Margate'

Sadie Jerome, actress, theatrical portrait in Gentleman Joe
Sadie Jerome, actress, theatrical studio portrait in role, with parasol. Captioned, Miss Sadie Jerome, in Gentleman Joe, The Prince of Wales's Theatre'

Illustration of the Carmencita blouse or bodice, striped, with puff, leg o mutton sleeves and corseted waist. From a section, Our Ladies Pages: Fashions up to Date'. Date: 1895

Edwardian lady hailing a top hatted cabbie
The lady is beautifully dressed in pink with matching hat. The cabbie is fully booted. The cab is horse drawn. Date: circa 1900

Loading a passenger's luggage on the roof of a four-wheeler at St Pancras station, London. Date: C. 1920
Loading a passenger's luggage on the roof of a four-wheeler at St Pancras station, London. Date: C.1920

Three rather raffish horse- drawn cab drivers pose for a photograph during a quiet moment in between driving jobs. Date: 1890s

Blarney, 1870 / 91. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
Blarney, 1870/91

The Sights of Dublin, April 28, 1877. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
The Sights of Dublin, April 28, 1877

Thrift, 1870 / 91. Creator: Charles Samuel Keene
Thrift, 1870/91

Hotel Metropole, 1850-1900. Creator: Unknown
Hotel Metropole, 1850-1900. [Hansom cab drivers waiting for custom at the corner of Northumberland Avenue and Whitehall Place in London. Note cabbies shelter on the left]

Regent Circus, 1850-1900. Creator: Unknown
Regent Circus, 1850-1900. [Traffic at Oxford Circus, the junction of Oxford Street and Regent Street]. Albumen print, from the album " Views of London"

The Cabman (engraving)
3626102 The Cabman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cabman. Illustration for Chatterbox (1869). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Off for the honeywoon (colour litho)
3641671 Off for the honeywoon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Off for the honeywoon. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

London motor taxi of the type introduced in 1907 (b / w photo)
3637599 London motor taxi of the type introduced in 1907 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London motor taxi of the type introduced in 1907)

London cab known as a growler (b / w photo)
3637596 London cab known as a growler (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London cab known as a growler)

The Premier takes a Cab, from an article entitled The Reassembling of Parliament
KAT323436 The Premier takes a Cab, from an article entitled The Reassembling of Parliament published in The Graphic October 27th 1906 (litho) by English Photographer

Traffic signs by policemen and horse-drawn vehicles (litho)
5998423 Traffic signs by policemen and horse-drawn vehicles (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Traffic signs by policemen and horse-drawn vehicles)

When mother travels (colour litho)
2795376 When mother travels (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: When mother travels. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Cab shelter (photo)
560284 Cab shelter (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cab shelter.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

An animal-loving cabman, A scene lately photographed at Kingston-on-Thames (b / w photo)
2796412 An animal-loving cabman, A scene lately photographed at Kingston-on-Thames (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Cabman of St Petersburg (engraving)
3626105 A Cabman of St Petersburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cabman of St Petersburg. Illustration for Chatterbox (1869)

Cab shelter (engraving)
560283 Cab shelter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cab shelter. From the Graphic, 6 February 1875.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

Cabs, n. d. Creator: Frank Edwin Scott
Cabs, n.d

The New Electric Vehicle Picture shows a gentleman in London driving the Sinclair C5, designed by Sir Clive Sinclair. Here he meets a motorbike and rider, and close by is a taxi cab

Roland Killick cab driver who has worked in Bromley as a cabbie for thirty seven years and who has come to be known us Bromley and old man. 5th October 1913

New York yellow taxi driver Michael Gandiosa. 18th November 1955

Labours Bob Gillespie chats to Govanites Catherine Maitland, her son Joseph and cabbie Jack Cleary. 2nd November 1988

Trafford Taxi Drivers Organisation for Handicapped Children, annual outing, today travelling to Southport, 19th July 1983. A trip which has been a special day out for hundreds of disabled children

Manchester Taxi Drivers Organisation for Handicapped Children, annual convoy to Blackpool Pleasure Beach. A trip which has been a special day out for hundreds of disabled children. 20th June 1981

The Up-Tide on the Avenue, probably 1890. Creator: Frederick Childe Hassam
The Up-Tide on the Avenue, probably 1890

Carriage on Street in Residential Neighborhood, London, 1860s. Creator: Unknown
Carriage on Street in Residential Neighborhood, London, 1860s

Hansom cab 1875
Two-wheeled Hanson cab, waiting for a fare. Date: 1875

Cab driver 1860
London cab driver wearing his attire. Date: circa 1860

Hansom cab 1868
Two-wheeled Hanson cab, taking passengers to their destination from Tunbridge railway station. Date: 1868

Miseries of London, or a Surly Saucy Hackney Coachman, June 4, 1814. June 4, 1814
Miseries of London, or a Surly Saucy Hackney Coachman, June 4, 1814

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In the bustling streets of 1930s London, a new Ford taxi stood proud, ready to transport passengers to their desired destinations. Joe Elvin took on the role of a cabby with utmost dedication, embodying the spirit of Gentleman Joe in Arthur Roberts' captivating performance. From Margate to the grand stage, Arthur Roberts mesmerized audiences as he portrayed Gentleman Joe's adventures. Sadie Jerome, an accomplished actress, captured hearts with her theatrical portrait as she brought depth and emotion to her portrayal of Gentleman Joe's love interest. The illustration of the Carmencita blouse or bodice added a touch of elegance and style to this timeless tale. Even in Edwardian times, when horse-drawn carriages were prevalent, an image emerged depicting a top-hatted cabbie being hailed by a sophisticated lady. This snapshot showcased how transportation has evolved over time while highlighting the enduring presence of these hardworking individuals. At St Pancras station in 1920s London, cabbies diligently loaded passengers' luggage onto their trusty four-wheelers. Their commitment to service was evident as they ensured every traveler had a smooth journey. Traveling back further into history reveals three raffish horse-drawn cab drivers taking a momentary break from their driving jobs in the 1890s. Their camaraderie and shared experiences painted a vivid picture of life behind-the-scenes for these unsung heroes. Willie Rose stands out among his fellow cab drivers - his name etched into memory for his exceptional skills behind the wheel. His reputation preceded him wherever he went; passengers knew they were in safe hands when Willie was at the helm. The Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool became not only home to masterpieces but also served as inspiration for countless cabbies who marveled at its beauty during breaks between fares. These moments allowed them respite from their busy schedules while immersing themselves in art's transformative power.