Shop Assistant Collection (#2)

Mens wear department Silverdale Co-op 1966

Shop Assistant, Fine Fare Supermarket, Wilton, London, 29th October 1963. Distributing Green Shield Stamps at till. Green Shield Stamps is a British sales promotion scheme that rewards shoppers with

Shoppers, Fine Fare Supermarket, Wilton, London, 29th October 1963. Collect Green Shield Stamps at till after paying for goods

3 Beatles - John Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison in Paris, France 15th January 1964. If you require a high resolution copy, please contact desk@mirrorpix.com

Oldbury Newsagent, able to beat blackout and stay open by using a gas lamp, Birmingham, Friday 25th February 1972

Fortnum & Mason Department Store, Piccadilly, Central London, 18th August 1964

Christmas shopping at Owen Owen department in Coventry. Gift packs of toiletries and perfumes are always popular. 9th November 1985

Crowds of people have been trying to beat the budget with the proposed increase in alcohol prices. Our Picture Shows: Shoppers at Augustus Barnett wine shop in Holborn queuing to buy their alcohol

Cestina Warehouse or Belly Piece Shop, April 16, 1793. Creator
Cestina Warehouse or Belly Piece Shop, April 16, 1793. Possibly after George Moutard Woodward

Livenais (ou Livenay), Andre. 39 ans, ne a Renaze (Mayenne). Garcon de magasin. Anarchiste. 2/7/94. 1894

Opening of Broughs supermarket, Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire, 1963. Eager shoppers collect their baskets as the doors open on the newly refurbished Broughs Ltd self-service store near Barnsley

Supermarket shoppers and salesman, Co-op, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 1961. Artist
Supermarket shoppers and salesman, Co-op, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 1961. Two women look impressed with the sales technique of the young sales assistant in this picture taken in the newly

Scarcity of Currency in 1847, c1850, (1904). From Social England, Volume VI, edited by H.D. Traill, D.C.L. and J. S. Mann, M.A

I never at saw sewing so small, c1900-1950

Walking match of midinettes, Paris, St Catherines Day, 1931. Artist: Ernest Flammarion
Walking match of midinettes, Paris, St Catherines Day, 1931. Midinettes (Parisian salesgirls), celebrating the feast of Saint Catherine on 25 November

Fabric Shop, (1885). Artist: Bonnardot
Fabric Shop, (1885). Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

Pottery Shop, (1885). Based on an original drawing by Christoph Kilian, taken from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, Paris, 1885

Roy Bishro and Van Philips of Tie Rack shop for Ian Miller business column

The University Provider, 1913. An improving result of university education for women. Lady Boot of Boots Stores offered employment as assistants to 50 women graduates as she felt it would raise

Feather-dresser, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Furriers shop with muff-lined walls and pelts hung from the rafters, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot
Furriers shop with muff-lined walls and pelts hung from the rafters, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert

Reprisals, 1888. The top-hatted gentleman has hit upon the perfect revenge for the disturbance he suffers from the neighbours noisy children. From Punch, or the London Charivari, August 16, 1888

The Irish Treason Shop, 1869. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Irish Treason Shop, 1869. The Fenian movement was still causing the British Government problems. The movement had not been pacified by the measures introduced through the recent Irish Bill

Black and white illustration representing shop assistant wearing name tag on shirt

Illustration of shoppers checking out at till

Store clerk weighing tomatoes for client (B&W)

Mother and daughter in supermarket, shop assistant weighing groceries

Man and woman buying pearl necklace in shop

Men and woman sitting at table in jewellery shop and looking at pearl necklaces

Denmark, Copenhagen, Centre for shooting competitions label, featuring newspaper delivery, 30 June 1861
Denmark, 19th century. Centre for shooting competitions, featuring newspaper delivery, 30 June 1861. Details

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"The Evolution of Shop Assistants: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of shop assistants through captivating images from various eras. From The Hat Shop in 1892 to a Co-op store in Stoke during 1970, these snapshots offer glimpses into different aspects of retail history. In Henry Tonks' masterpiece, "The Hat Shop, " we witness the meticulous craftsmanship that went into creating fashionable headwear. The attention to detail is palpable as shop assistants assist customers in finding their perfect match. Fast forward to 1942 Washington, D. C. , where Gordon Parks captures poignant moments at Mr. J. Benjamin's store. In one photograph, Mr. Benjamin's daughter patiently waits on a customer, showcasing the importance of family involvement in small businesses. Parks also documents a housewife bargaining with Mr. Benjamin himself, highlighting the art of negotiation and personal interactions within local stores during wartime America. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in Lille, France, The Maert Confectionery stands as an exquisite example of European elegance. Here we see shop assistants skillfully arranging delectable treats for discerning customers who appreciate fine confections. Travel even further back to Japan circa 1769 when Ippitsusai Buncho immortalized Ofuji from Yanagi Shop on paper. This enchanting image transports us to a bygone era where traditional Japanese shops were bustling with activity and cultural significance. Thomas Rowlandson's depiction of a wig shop between 1780-1825 offers insight into another facet of commerce - hairpieces and fashion trends prevalent during that period. With wigs adorning mannequins and attentive shop assistants ready to cater to clients' desires for stylish hairdos, this illustration showcases an intriguing aspect of historical beauty practices. Gabriel de Saint-Aubin takes us inside M. Perier's Ironwork Merchant establishment from 1767, revealing the world of craftsmanship and metalwork.