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Department Store Collection

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Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Wreckage of Hawker and Grieves Sopwith Atlantic used in their attempt to cross the Atlantic

Wreckage of Hawker and Grieves Sopwith Atlantic used in their attempt to cross the Atlantic (b / w photo)
3094455 Wreckage of Hawker and Grieves Sopwith Atlantic used in their attempt to cross the Atlantic (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Are You Being Served TV Programme. Cast on set August 1977

Are You Being Served TV Programme. Cast on set August 1977 Left To Right Miss Brahms ( Wendy Richard ) Mrs Slocombe ( Mollie Sugden) Mr Grainger ( Arthur Brough ), Mr Lucas ( Trevor Bannister )

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Selfridges Department Store 1909 BL20507

Selfridges Department Store 1909 BL20507
SELFRIDGES DEPARTMENT STORE, Oxford Street, London. Selfridges Department Store in Oxford Street is photographed here soon after it opened in 1909. Photographed by Harry Bedford Lemere in May 1909

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Bloomingdales

Bloomingdales, New York, USA

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Harrods Shoe Department 1919 BL24450_021

Harrods Shoe Department 1919 BL24450_021
HARRODS, Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London. Baroque luxury of the ladies shoe department in Harrods. The ornate plaster ceiling

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Ragtime Band BL23648_A

Ragtime Band BL23648_A
MAISON LYONS, London. Ragtime band playing at the department store in Oxford Street, 1916. Bedford Lemere

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Harrods illuminated at night K000058

Harrods illuminated at night K000058
HARRODS DEPARTMENT STORE Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London. View of Harrods lit up at night. Photographed in February 2000

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Selfridges department store and old Routemaster bus before they were withdrawn

Selfridges department store and old Routemaster bus before they were withdrawn, on Oxford Street, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Harrods, Knightsbridge, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Harrods, Knightsbridge, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Northbrook Street in Newbury, Berkshire. Newbury is to become a city. 19th March 1964

Northbrook Street in Newbury, Berkshire. Newbury is to become a city. 19th March 1964

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Victorian Department Store BL10575

Victorian Department Store BL10575
J GOODE AND COMPANY LTD. 17-22 South Audley Street, Mayfair, City of Westminster. Interior view of the Glass and China Showroom. Photographed by Bedford Lemere in January 1891

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Rackhams, Birmingham. 20th January 1959

Rackhams, Birmingham. 20th January 1959

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Advertisement for John Atkinson, The Draper, The Moor, Sheffield, 1907

Advertisement for John Atkinson, The Draper, The Moor, Sheffield, 1907
From an original at Sheffield City Libraries: y13092

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: London Street scene. The busy street outside the Maples and Co. Furniture Store

London Street scene. The busy street outside the Maples and Co. Furniture Store
London Street scene. The busy street outside the Maples and Co.Furniture Store, Tottenham Court Road, London. Early 1900s

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Advertising Santas Grotto

Advertising Santas Grotto
Father Christmas and guests in a 1920s car on Chichesters West Street (outside the main Post Office). Advertising the grotto at Morants Department Store

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: London Stereoscopic Company (1854-1922)

London Stereoscopic Company (1854-1922)
Fine Art Storehouse Vintage Photo Gallery: Vintage Collections: London Stereoscopic Company (1854-1922)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: The wedding of of the Griffins in Swanley. The wedding cake. 1936

The wedding of of the Griffins in Swanley. The wedding cake. 1936

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: England, London, Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809

England, London, Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809
England, 19th century. London. Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Jenners department store, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Jenners department store, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Interior of the Co-Op shop on Oxford Street, London, 6th January 1962

Interior of the Co-Op shop on Oxford Street, London, 6th January 1962

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Ka De Ve Department Store at Christmas, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Ka De Ve Department Store at Christmas, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Saks, Fifth Avenue

Saks, Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, New York, New York State, United States of America, North America

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Gum department store

Gum department store, Moscow, Russia, Europe

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Harrods department store in the evening, Knightsbridge, London, England

Harrods department store in the evening, Knightsbridge, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Blitz, 1940-41: A store on the High Street, Sheffield on 11 December 1940 (b/w photo)

Blitz, 1940-41: A store on the High Street, Sheffield on 11 December 1940 (b/w photo)
8634817 Blitz, 1940-41: A store on the High Street, Sheffield on 11 December 1940 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A store on the High Street)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670126 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670125 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670105 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670103 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670099 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670093 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670085 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670921 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670547 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8670395 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669558 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669556 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669553 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669541 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669540 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669520 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669515 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669512 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669503 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669502 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669496 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669491 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDepartment Store Collection: Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669490 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)



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Step into a world of luxury and endless possibilities at the department store. From the iconic Selfridges Department Store in 1909 to the glamorous Bloomingdales, these establishments have shaped the retail landscape for over a century. Immerse yourself in history as you explore Harrods Shoe Department in 1919, where elegance meets craftsmanship. The lively tunes of a Ragtime Band fill the air, adding an extra touch of charm to your shopping experience. As night falls, witness the mesmerizing glow of Harrods illuminated against London's skyline - a sight that never fails to captivate. Picture-perfect moments unfold as old Routemaster buses pass by Selfridges department store, evoking nostalgia for simpler times. Harrods, located in Knightsbridge, stands proudly as an emblem of sophistication and grandeur, and is here that dreams come true amidst its opulent surroundings. Journey back to Victorian times with a visit to one of London's oldest department stores - an architectural masterpiece that has stood the test of time. Advertisements from yesteryears transport us back to Sheffield in 1907 when John Atkinson's drapery business flourished on The Moor. Meanwhile, bustling London streets outside Maples and Co. Furniture Store offer glimpses into daily life during this era. And who can forget Santa's Grotto? Delightful memories are made as children eagerly await their turn to meet Father Christmas himself within these enchanting walls. The London Stereoscopic Company captures it all through their lens - preserving moments frozen in time for generations to come. These images serve as reminders that they are not merely places for commerce but also cultural landmarks woven into our collective memory. In every corner of these hallowed halls lies stories waiting to be discovered – tales filled with glamour, innovation, and human connection. Step inside any department store worldwide and find yourself transported into a realm where desires become reality, and shopping becomes an art.