Tinkers Collection

Gypsy caravans and tents on Belvedere Marshes, Kent. 1936 Travellers Romany Gypsy Gipsy gypsies Roma. social history

The state tinkers, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, engraver, Published Feb y 10th 1780 by W. Humphrey, 1780. 1 print : engraving, color. Three men breaking a large bowl which is cracked and patched

Tinkers, near Aberdeen, Scotland, Victorian period

The State Tinkers, James Gillray 1780. Lord North, British Prime Minister, kneels
528671 The State Tinkers, James Gillray 1780. Lord North, British Prime Minister, kneels, Lord Sandwich and assistant patch up the kettle of state. George III looks on, hands raised

Life in the Backwoods (oil on canvas)
Ma264775 Life in the Backwoods (oil on canvas) by Ritchie, John (fl.1858-75); 82.3x106.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

Tinkers mortar grenade thrower
Tinkers mortar which was fixed on a stick and used to throw grenades. Copperplate engraving by J. Hamilton from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army

LONDON STREET PEDLARS
Inquisitive passers by gather round to inspect the goods offered by a London street pedlar. He has an assortment of wares including cigarettes and tools. Date: 1920s

TINKER IN A CARAVAN
A French retameur lives in a caravan. A retameur re- silvers objects. The local children pay him a visit and watch him work. Date: circa 1920

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT
A young child in London sells an assortment of goods from her cart. She displays a notice which reads notis this establisment under entirly new management [sic]. Date: 1896

THE VILLAGE TINKER 1870
The village tinker walks along the road looking for business with his young apprentice who is in charge of their donkey. Date: 1870

LONDON CHEAPJACK / 1870
A London cheapjack sells some tableware. Date: circa 1870

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Transport, Road, Steam Traction, Rally at Tinkers Park near Uckfield

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Transport, Road, Steam Traction, Rally at Tinkers Park near Uckfield

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Transport, Road, Steam Traction, Rally at Tinkers Park near Uckfield

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Transport, Road, Steam Traction, Rally at Tinkers Park near Uckfield

Snap Playing Cards - Tinker - Peter Pan. circa 1930s

Tinker, Tailor playing card - Tinker, Peter Pan. 20th century

Pedlars Pack Rest
This strange bench in Piccadilly, London was used by pedlars to lay their heavy packs on it and take a rest when wearied after trudging through the City streets. Date: 27 December 1932

Tinker Mends Pot 1894
A travelling tinker mends a pot in the street. Date: 1894

Pedlar in Countryside
A pedlar, with his goods in a haversack on his back, walks through the countryside with a stick and his dog. Date: 1886

Pedlar Sells his Wares
A pedlar (or chapman) shows his wares to the inhabitants of a country village. Date: 17th century

Pedlar Sells Cloth / 1880
The women of a country village take an interest in the fabrics of a passing pedlar. Date: circa 1880

Travelling Pedlar
A travelling pedlar tempts villagers with his wagon-load of merchandise Date: 1908

The Tinkers. Barker, Thomas of Bath 1769 - 1847 (attributed to)

William Strang (Scottish, 1859-1921), Tinkers, 1882, etching on laid paper

The Gipsies Tent, engraved by Joseph Grozar (coloured engraving)
XCF268616 The Gipsies Tent, engraved by Joseph Grozar (coloured engraving) by Morland, George (1763-1804) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Mr. Bob Sawyers mode of travelling, illustration from The Pickwick Papers
KW259132 Mr. Bob Sawyers mode of travelling, illustration from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens (1812-70) published 1837 (litho) by Browne

Tinker Tinkering
Engraving shows a member of the minority Irish Traveller or Tinker group as he pursues the groups traditional occupation of tinsmithing

The State Tinkers, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, Published Feb y 10th 1780 By W. Humphrey, 1780. 1 Print : Engraving, Color. Three Men Breaking A Large Bowl Which Is Cracked And Patched

Turkish Pedlar
A modern Turkish pedlar, with a basket of goods over each arm. Date: early 1930s

Tinker and his wife
A tinker and his wife, Ljungbyhed Sweden 1910. Date: 1910

Street Pedlar 1930S
Passers-by look dubious, as a street pedlar tries to sell his wares from a suitcase

Mobile Ironmonger
A mobile ironmonger from Hirst Martock, Somerset, his lorry piled high with pots and pans, bath tubs, baking trays, lino etc

Hag Flogs Spoons / 1773
A grotesque hag flogs wooden spoons in the street

Autolycus (Winters Tale)
A pedlar carries his wares on a tray around his neck. He shows an interested group of girls what he has to offer. (Autolycus, in Shakespeares The Winters Tale )

Tinker Returns Pot / 1867
A tinker returns a mended pot to a grateful maid

Pedlar with Wares 1886
The Pedlar: People gather round to see what he has for sale

Here come three tinkers, words and music
Here come three tinkers three by three To court your daughter fair lady. Oh, can we have a lodging here...?

Work for the Tinker?
Any work for the tinker? He works in a London street with the fires burning on his cart, waiting for people to bring him things to mend. A woman obliges

16th Century Pedlar
An early pedlar

Street Pedlar C16
FINE KNACKS FOR LADIES A street pedlar of Elizabethan times - illustrating a song by John Dowland

Door to Door Salesman
The Tallyman displays his wares in a country cottage

Boy and Motor Cycle
The finest of all hobbies - a boy tinkers with his motor bike

Jemmy Lovell / Pedlar / 1823
Jemmy Lovell, an eccentric tinker who is expert at mending kettles

Pedlar Selling Cloth
A travelling salesmen shows a young woman a bolt of patterned cloth. He has a yard stick ready to measure her order. A women in the background embroiders

Victorian Tinker / 1867
A Victorian tinker checking his handiwork

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"Tinkers: A Glimpse into the Colorful World of Travelling Craftsmen" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of tinkers. From gypsy caravans dotting Belvedere Marshes in Kent to Victorian-era scenes near Aberdeen, Scotland, these nomadic craftsmen have left an indelible mark on history. Intriguingly captured by James Gillray's engraving "The State Tinkers, " we witness Lord North, British Prime Minister, kneeling as Lord Sandwich and his assistant mend the kettle of state while George III observes with raised hands. This political satire serves as a reminder that even those in power sometimes require tinkering to fix their affairs. But beyond politics lies a more humble existence for these wandering artisans. Life in the Backwoods comes alive through an oil painting depicting tinkers amidst nature's beauty, showcasing their resourcefulness and resilience. Their presence is felt not only through their skillful craftsmanship but also through their ability to adapt to any surroundings. From a tinker mortar grenade thrower to London street pedlars offering their wares, these images evoke a sense of creativity and ingenuity that defines the tinker way of life. Whether it be mending broken pots or selling trinkets from caravans under new management, they embody self-sufficiency and determination. Traveling across different landscapes and eras, they have become emblematic figures representing both tradition and change. The Village Tinker of 1870 stands as a testament to this enduring legacy; he embodies generations' worth of knowledge passed down from father to son. As we delve deeper into history's tapestry, one thing becomes clear - they can not merely craftsmen but storytellers who carry with them tales woven within every stitch they make. They bridge communities together by sharing skills learned along winding roads traveled throughout centuries.