Barkers Collection

Roof garden of Derry and Toms, Kensington
The Spanish Garden in the Derry Gardens on the roof of Derry and Toms building on Kensington High Street, described as, " the modern equivalent of the famous Hanging Gardens of Ancient

Bread Riot, in the Rue du Faubourg St Antoine, at Paris (engraving)
1617365 Bread Riot, in the Rue du Faubourg St Antoine, at Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bread Riot, in the Rue du Faubourg St Antoine, at Paris)

A selection of Barkers well known economy values girls suits for Autumn school wear. Date: 1918

BARKERS SALE - 2
Queuing for a sale at Barkers, Kensington, London. Date: 1928

Horse and Rider sculpture by David Wynne, Fountain Precinct, Barkers Pool
The plaque of black marble reads Horse and Rider, David Wynne presented to the people of Sheffield by the family of the late Hyman Stone in his memory

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Giraffe nosing Major
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Giraffe nosing Major Barkers pocket. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Advert for John Barker womens underwear 1911
Models wearing slender fitted corsets with straight-front giving no curving to the figure. 1911

Barkers Pool at night, 2013
Barkers Pool at night

Advert for Barkers of Kensington corsets 1914
Women wearing autumn to early winter collection of Royal Worcester Kidfitting waist-line corsets. 1914

Advert for Barkers corsets 1914
Elegant designs from Barkers of Kensington. 1914

Advert for John Barker & Co, lace blouses 1912
Three women wearing laced blouses, in ivory with black ribbon velvet introduced down the front and scallop edging, high neck of alternate rows of Valenciennes lined thoughout the net

Garden swing, 1954
A glorious spring suspension garden lounge with adjustable back and three independent leg rests available from Barkers of Kensington in 1954

Advert for Barkers of Kensington blouses 1918
Ninon blouse veiled over ivory ninon dainty trimmed with floral silk and finely hemstiched inset sleeves. Charming ninon blouse, veiled over ivory ninon and gold lace

Barkers Womens trench coat, WW1 advertisement
Advertisement for the Womens Service Section of Barkers Department Store on Kensington High Street, set up to provide nurses

A page of adverts from The Tatler, dated 22nd July 1914
A page of advertisements from The Tatler, dated 22nd July 1914. D.H Evans adjustable ninon Motor Veil, life assurance policy from The Standard Life Company

Advert for Barkers winter corsets 1916
Special bargsins in Royal Worcester corsets. Full figure corsets for sale. Available from Barkers Kensington High Street, London. Date: 1916

Advert for Barkers blouses 1914
Barkers of Kensington, With the object of keeping all our workrooms occupied and the staff fully employed during this period of stress we have cut over profits down to the extreme limit

Advert for Barkers of Kensington blouses 1914
Woman wearing sailor collar blouse, available from Barkers of Kensington. 1914

Ticket for the unveiling of the War memorial, Barkers Pool, 1925
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP 4669 S

Albert Hall, junction of Barkers Pool and Burgess Street, 1873
Opened 15 December 1873 as a concert hall. Destroyed by fire on 14 July 1937

Thatched cottage at Barkers, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Cactus, Thatched
Thatched cottage at Barker s, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Cactus, Thatched roofs, Dwellings, United States, Florida, 1880

Chemical exercise, Barkers car park, Kensington
Firefighters taking part in a chemical exercise in Barkers car park, Kensington, SW London

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"Barkers: A Timeless Legacy of Style and Elegance" Step into the world of Barkers, where history intertwines with fashion, creating a captivating tale that spans across generations. From the majestic Horse and Rider sculpture by David Wynne in Fountain Precinct to the bustling Barkers Pool at night in 2013, this iconic brand has left an indelible mark on our collective memory. In 1911, John Barker unveiled an advert for women's underwear that revolutionized comfort and style. The allure of Barkers' lingerie was irresistible, capturing the hearts of women everywhere. Meanwhile, atop the roof garden of Derry and Toms in Kensington, patrons reveled in a paradise adorned with lush greenery - a testament to Barkers' commitment to creating enchanting spaces. Yet not all moments were filled with tranquility; history tells tales of unrest too. In Paris' Rue du Faubourg St Antoine during the Bread Riot engraving, we witness how even amidst chaos, Barkers remained steadfast as a symbol of resilience and unity. As seasons changed, so did fashion trends. Autumn school wear became synonymous with Barkers' well-known economy values girls suits - practical yet stylish ensembles designed for young minds eager to learn. And who could forget those exhilarating BARKERS SALE events? Shoppers flocked from far and wide to indulge in discounted treasures that would elevate their wardrobes. Corsets held a special place within Barker's repertoire; adverts from 1914 showcased their mastery in crafting these timeless undergarments that accentuated femininity like no other. Lace blouses followed suit in 1912 when John Barker & Co introduced delicate lace creations that exuded gracefulness. The nostalgia continues as we step into 1954's garden swing - a moment frozen in time where laughter echoed through sun-kissed gardens while wearing fashionable attire from Barkers. It was here that memories were made, and friendships blossomed.