Cabmen Collection

Cartoon commenting on the opening of the first cabmen's shelter in St John's Wood
5308703 Cartoon commenting on the opening of the first cabmen's shelter in St John's Wood; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the opening of the first cabmen's shelter in St John's)

Sheltered Cabmen 1870
Hansom cab drivers waiting in a hut in the pouring rain for a fare in Birmingham. Date: 1870

Testimonial to Sir Edmund Henderson, late Chief Commissioner of Metropolitan Police
1624852 Testimonial to Sir Edmund Henderson, late Chief Commissioner of Metropolitan Police, from the Cabmen of London (engraving) by English School

Street Life London 1878 - London Cabmen
John Thomson Street Life London 1878 - London Cabmen

Necessity the mother of invention: an incident during the cabmens strike. A gentleman is conveyed in the barrow of a coalman while his wife has to hitch a lift on his head. Date: 1853

A New Hat for Cabby, The Guild of the Good Samaritan, Clothe the Poor. 1899

A cabmens shelter, London. 1884

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

London Cabs and Cabmen (litho)
1626956 London Cabs and Cabmen (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Cabs and Cabmen. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 April 1890)

Sketches of London Cabs and Cabmen (litho)
1626958 Sketches of London Cabs and Cabmen (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of London Cabs and Cabmen)

Life in Russia, Drosky or Sledge Drivers in a Tea House, a Hint for our Cabmen (engraving)
1058399 Life in Russia, Drosky or Sledge Drivers in a Tea House, a Hint for our Cabmen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in Russia)

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

Newly-Erected Shelter and Refreshment-House for Cabmen (engraving)
1053384 Newly-Erected Shelter and Refreshment-House for Cabmen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Newly-Erected Shelter and Refreshment-House for Cabmen)

Sketches of London Cabs and Cabmen, Interior of a Cabmens Shelter (litho)
1626957 Sketches of London Cabs and Cabmen, Interior of a Cabmens Shelter (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of London Cabs and Cabmen)

CABMENS SHELTER
A cabmens shelter, London Date: 1875

An interior of a London cabmens shelter, 1890. There is room for eight or ten persons to sit comfortable at table, while the attendant in charge has his separate compartment and kitchen at the end

Female taxi drivers in cab shelter, WW1 by Annie Fish
Humorous impression of lady taxi drivers drinking tea in a cab shelter and charming the cabmen official. The Taxi Drivers Union objected to women taxi cab drivers during the First World War

Source Size = 2670 x 1882
St. Saviours Cabmens Shelter, Upper Brook Street, Manchester, 1862

Cabmen. Piazza Della Signoria. Florence. Tuscany. Italy

London Cabmen 1877
London cabmen with their horse-drawn cab

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"Sheltered Cabmen: A Testament to London's Unsung Heroes" In the bustling streets of 1870s London, amidst the chaos and clamor, a group of unsung heroes emerged - the cabmen. These dedicated individuals formed an integral part of the city's transportation system, ferrying passengers from one corner to another with their trusty horse-drawn carriages. Their tireless efforts did not go unnoticed, as evidenced by the "Testimonial to Sir Edmund Henderson, " late Chief Commissioner of Metropolitan Police. This engraving stands as a testament to the gratitude and respect bestowed upon these hardworking cabmen by their fellow citizens. Captured in vivid detail in "Street Life London 1878, " we catch a glimpse into the daily lives of these cabmen. Their sturdy carriages lined up along busy thoroughfares, patiently awaiting passengers seeking refuge from bustling city life. However, necessity often breeds innovation. During a tumultuous period known as the cabmens strike, where demands for fair treatment reverberated through London's cobbled streets, an incident occurred that showcased their resourcefulness. In this tale titled "Necessity: The Mother of Invention, " we witness how adversity led these resilient men to find ingenious solutions even amidst challenging times. The Guild of Good Samaritan recognized their unwavering dedication by presenting them with "A New Hat for Cabby. " This heartwarming gesture symbolized appreciation for their service and acknowledged them as pillars within society. Amidst this demanding profession, it became apparent that these diligent workers needed respite too. Thus came into existence various shelters across London exclusively designed for them – providing solace during breaks between fares or shelter from inclement weather conditions. One such haven is beautifully depicted in both photographs and engravings showcasing its importance in supporting those who tirelessly served others day after day. "Litho Sketches" further immortalize these iconic figures against the backdrop of London's ever-changing landscape.