Shop Worker Collection

Margaret Grace Bondfield
MARGARET GRACE BONDFIELD English shopworker, socialist, entered politics, opposed World War One, rose to become Britains first woman cabinet minister. Photo circa 1824

Provision store, Caracas, Venezuela, between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Provision store, Caracas, Venezuela, between 1900 and 1906

Grocery store, Luxembourg, between 1897 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Grocery store, Luxembourg, between 1897 and 1910

Waldrop Photographic Co. San Juan, Puero Rico, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Waldrop Photographic Co. San Juan, Puero Rico, between 1895 and 1910

Drug store, Alfonso G. Zerbi, San Juan, Puero Rico, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Drug store, Alfonso G. Zerbi, San Juan, Puero Rico, between 1895 and 1910

Miller Walker store, Augusta, Ga. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Miller Walker store, Augusta, Ga. between 1895 and 1910

Henstadt and Haardt, Austro-Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Henstadt and Haardt, Austro-Germany, between 1895 and 1910

S.O. Grimes general store, Westminster, Md. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
S.O. Grimes general store, Westminster, Md. between 1895 and 1910

Baker and Rouse shop, Sydney, Australia, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Baker and Rouse shop, Sydney, Australia, between 1895 and 1910

S.C. Cocke drugs, Fort Wayne, Ind. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
S.C. Cocke drugs, Fort Wayne, Ind. between 1895 and 1910

Stephan Liesting liquor, Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Stephan Liesting liquor, Germany, between 1895 and 1910

D.R. Pollak and Son, Wien, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
D.R. Pollak and Son, Wien, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910

C. Schapski, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
C. Schapski, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910

Pinter Synla Liquors, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Pinter Synla Liquors, Austro-Hungary, between 1895 and 1910

Alez Kunz, Berne, Switzerland, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Alez Kunz, Berne, Switzerland, between 1895 and 1910

C. Lindenberg Hollieferont, fish store, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
C. Lindenberg Hollieferont, fish store, Berlin, Germany, between 1895 and 1910

Andrew Kan & Co. china store, Portland, Ore. between 1895 and 1910. Creator: Unknown. Andrew Kan & Co
Andrew Kan & Co. china store, Portland, Ore. between 1895 and 1910

Barrios Diamond Co. Detroit, Mich. between 1900 and 1905. Creator: Unknown
Barrios Diamond Co. Detroit, Mich. between 1900 and 1905

James & Allen's Drug Co's. East Side Pharmacy, Chattanooga, Tenn. 1907. Creator: Unknown
James & Allen's Drug Co's. East Side Pharmacy, Chattanooga, Tenn. 1907

Middleton's up-to-date market, Jacksonville, Fla. 1907. Creator: Unknown
Middleton's up-to-date market, Jacksonville, Fla. 1907

Southern Mercantile Co. Pine Bluff, Ark. 1902. Creator: Unknown
Southern Mercantile Co. Pine Bluff, Ark. 1902

James & Allen Drug Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1902. Creator: Unknown. James & Allen Drug Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1902
James & Allen Drug Co. Chattanooga, Tenn. 1902

Ofuji, the Shop Girl of the Motoyanagiya, with a Customer, c. 1769

Having a hat made at Maison Nouvelle, Paris (colour photo)
3098696 Having a hat made at Maison Nouvelle, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Having a hat made at Maison Nouvelle, Paris)

Sale room at Felix dressmakers, Paris (colour photo)
3098695 Sale room at Felix dressmakers, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sale room at Felix dressmakers, Paris)

Trying on shoes at Pinet, Paris (colour photo)
3098693 Trying on shoes at Pinet, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trying on shoes at Pinet, Paris)

Woman trying on a corset at Leoty, Paris (colour photo)
3098691 Woman trying on a corset at Leoty, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman trying on a corset at Leoty, Paris)

Fans at Duvelleroy, Paris (colour photo)
3098692 Fans at Duvelleroy, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fans at Duvelleroy, Paris)

Trying on fur jacket at Grunwaldt, Paris (colour photo)
3098701 Trying on fur jacket at Grunwaldt, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trying on a fur jacket at Grunwaldt, Paris)

A fitting at Felix dressmakers, Paris (colour photo)
3098689 A fitting at Felix dressmakers, Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fitting at Felix dressmakers, Paris)

Girl employees of Woolworths five and dime store, West Fourteenth Street, New York, USA, 1937. Sleeping on the floor of the store during their strike in March 1937

Inside a big provision stores, Hammersmith, London, 1901 (1903). From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]

A Struggle for Supremacy, 1875 (1891). Artist: George du Maurier
A Struggle for Supremacy, 1875 (1891). A print from Society Pictures, drawn by George du Maurier, selected from Punch, Volume II, London, 1891

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

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

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"Capturing the Essence of Shop Workers: From Margaret Grace Bondfield to Girl Employees in New York" In the world of commerce, shop workers have long been the backbone of retail establishments. Their stories and contributions often go unnoticed, but their impact on shaping consumer experiences cannot be underestimated. From historical figures like Margaret Grace Bondfield to ordinary individuals depicted in captivating photographs, these shop workers have left an indelible mark on our collective memory. One such figure is Ofuji, known as "the Shop Girl of the Motoyanagiya, " who graced a painting dating back to 1769. With her graceful demeanor and attentive service, she epitomized the dedication and professionalism that still define many shop workers today. Fast forward to Maison Nouvelle in Paris, where a woman is seen having a hat made with meticulous care. The vibrant colors captured in this photograph transport us into the bustling atmosphere of a fashionable boutique, reminding us that every detail matters when it comes to customer satisfaction. Similarly enchanting are images from Felix dressmakers' sale room in Paris. These color photos depict customers trying on exquisite garments amidst an ambiance filled with elegance and sophistication. It's easy to imagine oneself transported back in time while witnessing these intimate moments between shopper and salesperson. From shoes at Pinet to corsets at Leoty, Parisian shops were not just places for transactions; they became stages for personal transformations. Women tried on various items with anticipation and excitement as they sought out pieces that would enhance their beauty or express their individuality. The allure extended beyond clothing alone – fans at Duvelleroy showcased another facet of shopping experience where even accessories held significance. Each fan represented more than just an item; it was a symbol of femininity and refinement carefully chosen by discerning customers seeking something unique. Moving away from Paris but staying within the realm of fashion history brings us to Grunwaldt's fur jacket store also in Paris.