Caller Collection

Londons new telephone-post kiosk
A new telephone kiosk in use in a London street, showing a caller inside, postage stamps being bought from the machine outside, and a postman collecting mail from the letterbox

Chamberpot Emptied
Just in Time ! To empty the chamberpot out of the bedroom window is socially acceptable, but to do so on the head of a gentleman caller shows lack of consideration

Footman presenting a card that a caller has left for his mistress. Wood engraving, London, 1888
537316 Footman presenting a card that a caller has left for his mistress. Wood engraving, London, 1888; (add.info.: Footman presenting a card that a caller has left for his mistress)

Il y a recevoir et recevoir. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho)
3100596 Il y a recevoir et recevoir. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Il y a recevoir et recevoir)

The Visit, 1746 (oil on canvas)
3618005 The Visit, 1746 (oil on canvas) by Longhi, Pietro (c.1701-85); 61 x 49.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Lady and her gentleman caller writing and reading in a garden terrace, 19th century. She says, Farewell, I count on you giving us a few days. She thinks, I will tremble if he doesn t come

The Unwelcome Visit, illustration from Fashionable Bores or Coolers in High Life
939118 The Unwelcome Visit, illustration from Fashionable Bores or Coolers in High Life by Peter Quiz, pub. Thomas McLean, London 1824 (hand-coloured engraving) by Egerton

The Caller at Lloyds (engraving)
606972 The Caller at Lloyds (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Caller at Lloyds; from The Graphic)

The Little Steps, Lyme Regis, 1895-96 (litho on paper)
FSG324548 The Little Steps, Lyme Regis, 1895-96 (litho on paper) by Whistler, James Abbott McNeill (1834-1903); 21.3x14.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art

I found the family in no way disposed for battle
617070 I found the family in no way disposed for battle, illustration from The Vicar of Wakefield by Oliver Goldsmith, c.1910 (colour litho) by Jameson

Sketches at Lloyds (litho)
1596781 Sketches at Lloyds (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Lloyd s. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 October 1890)

Bingo at La Ronde, Billingham. 1971

Paul Daniel, bingo caller. 1971

With film and stage star Simone Silva at his side, Petty Officer Albert Lewis had to keep shouting, " Eyes down, look in"

Businessman on the Telephone

Person on the Telephone

Three Telephone Handsets

Woman Using a Telephone

Woman Wrapped in Towel Talking on Telephone

Woman on the Telephone

Woman Sitting at Desk Talking on Phone

Louis Wain, Daddy Cat - visit from Mr Tabb
Louis Wain, Daddy Cat - a visit from Mr Tabb, who keeps the Cat Town Store. circa 1910s

Transatlantic telephone system by G. H. Davis
A step-by-step diagram demonstrating the new transatlantic telephone system between Britain and the United States in 1927

Source Size = 3969 x 2691
Caller Ou, the Winner of the St. Leger

Newhaven (Edinburgh) Oyster Girl, 1812 (engraving)
XJF2906479 Newhaven (Edinburgh) Oyster Girl, 1812 (engraving) by Kay, John (1742-1826); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably from A series of original portraits)

The Caller at the Mill, Robert Polhill Bevan, 1865-1925, British

Footman presenting a card that a caller has left for his mistress. Wood engraving, London, 1888

Silhouettes of various Derby Day scenes, including a gipsy caravan, a fairground caller with a coconut shy, a photographer, a bookmaker at a racecourse, people enjoying a picnic

Herring Seller / 1904
" Wha ll buy my caller herrin " cries the fish seller

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"Caller: A Glimpse into London's Telephone-Post Kiosk" Step into the world of London's new telephone-post kiosk, where stories unfold and connections are made. This captivating image takes us back to a bygone era, filled with intriguing hints and fascinating encounters. In one corner, we witness an unexpected scene - the chamberpot emptied. A reminder that even in this bustling city, mundane tasks must be attended to amidst all the excitement. Moving on, our attention is drawn to Louis Wain's enchanting artwork titled "Daddy Cat - visit from Mr Tabb. " The whimsical illustration transports us to a magical realm where feline friends engage in delightful conversations. Across the page, another artistic gem catches our eye. "Il y a recevoir et recevoir, " an illustration for Le Pele-Mele in 1902 captures a moment of elegance and refinement. The vibrant colors of this lithograph bring life to a timeless tale of grace and sophistication. Shifting gears, we delve into history as we encounter "The Visit" painted on canvas in 1746. This masterpiece invites us into an intimate setting where a lady receives her gentleman caller through written correspondence – a window into courtship rituals of days gone by. On lighter note, Miss Dinah finds herself at the center of attention in a humorous cartoon featuring her gentleman caller. Laughter fills the air as their playful interaction unfolds before our eyes. But not all visits are welcome; "The Unwelcome Visit" reminds us that even high society has its share of bores who intrude upon social gatherings uninvited. An amusing glimpse into fashionable circles reveals how coolers can disrupt harmony among peers. Meanwhile, Lloyds becomes the stage for yet another visitor as depicted in an engraving aptly named "The Caller at Lloyds. " We catch sight of individuals engaged in animated discussions within these hallowed walls – perhaps making important business deals or sharing intriguing tales.