Handyman Collection

Il faut me trouver la dedans trois pièces et une cuisine!, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Il faut me trouver la dedans trois pieces et une cuisine!, 19th century. Tenants and landlords. Landlord to builder: I need you to fit three rooms and a kitchen in here!

Group of women and a few boys outside Roycroft shop, East Aurora, N.Y. 1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Group of women and a few boys outside Roycroft shop, East Aurora, N.Y. 1900. Photograph shows (at left) the first Print Shop. Handyman Ali Baba (Anson Blackman) poses with a wheelbarrow

The Handyman
The Invaluable Men series'. Portrait of a handyman. Artist: Bertram Smale Date: circa 1906

Family Painting Projects

Three Plumbers with Pipes and Tools, 1870s-80s. Creator: Unknown
Three Plumbers with Pipes and Tools, 1870s-80s

Carpenter with Ladder, Hammer, Level, and Toolbox, 1860s-70s. Creator: Unknown
Carpenter with Ladder, Hammer, Level, and Toolbox, 1860s-70s

Metalworker in Apron Working with a Vise, 1840s-50s. Creator: Unknown
Metalworker in Apron Working with a Vise, 1840s-50s

Carpenter Holding a Bag of Tools and a Square, 1880-90s. Creator: Unknown
Carpenter Holding a Bag of Tools and a Square, 1880-90s

Aeronca L-3B - an agile and light handyman used to spot enemy movements, direct artilliary fire and even fly Generals to the front line

Chevrolet Handyman Custom, 1956, Red
Chevrolet Handyman Custom 1956 Red

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"The Handyman: Unveiling the Timeless Craftsmanship of Skilled Tradesmen" Step into the world of handymen, where artistry meets practicality. From family painting projects to intricate metalwork, these unsung heroes have been shaping our homes and communities for centuries. In a captivating photograph from the 1870s-80s, three plumbers proudly display their pipes and tools. Their expertise in plumbing ensured that water flowed effortlessly through households, bringing comfort to families across generations. Another snapshot takes us back to the 1860s-70s when a carpenter balances on a ladder with his trusty hammer, level, and toolbox. With precision and skill, he crafted furniture and structures that stood the test of time. The image of a metalworker in an apron working diligently with a vise transports us to the industrious atmosphere of the 1840s-50s. His meticulous craftsmanship brought forth ornate ironworks that adorned buildings throughout history. A carpenter holding a bag full of tools and clutching a square captures our attention next. This photograph from the late 1880-90s showcases not only his dedication but also his versatility as he tackles various woodworking projects with finesse. But handymen are not limited to traditional trades alone; they adapt to modern needs too. The Aeronca L-3B aircraft serves as an agile and light handyman used for spotting purposes—an embodiment of innovation meeting utility in aviation's realm. Amidst these glimpses into skilled trades lies another narrative—a heartwarming smile captured by Ken Russell in June/July 1955—the radiant face belonging to Mrs. Elizabeth Collins at age 59. Her joy reflects both her satisfaction as she witnesses her home transformed by capable hands and her appreciation for those who make it possible—the dedicated handymen who bring dreams into reality.