Chair Mender Collection

London Cries, "Chairs to mend! Umbrellas to mend!!"(colour litho)
7181584 London Cries, " Chairs to mend! Umbrellas to mend!!" (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Cries, " Chairs to mend)

"Chairs to Mend!"(engraving)
981917 " Chairs to Mend!" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Chairs to Mend!".); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge
6340362 Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Chair-mender, News Boy, Flying Pieman and Blackfriars Bridge)

"Chairs to Mend!"(engraving)
981910 " Chairs to Mend!" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Chairs to Mend!".); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Old Chairs to mend, Cries of London, c1870
Old Chairs to mend. A chair mender sitting outside a house working on a seat, with a woman watching him, another holding a chair waiting to be mended, and a dog in the foreground

Chairs to Mend, Cries of London, 1804
Chairs to Mend. A chair mender with her child standing outside a wine shop in Soho Square. The woman has the child wrapped in a sling across her chest

Old Chaires to mend, Cries of London, (1688?)
Old Chaires to mend. A chair mender, from Cries of London, 1688? A man carrying a bundle of wood on his back

Chairs to Mend, Cries of London, c1750. Artist: JM
Chairs to Mend, c1750. A chair mender standing in front of a tower. He is carrying a large bundle of cane over his shoulder, and is accompanied by a dog. From Cries of London, c1750

Two chair menders, Provincial Characters, 1804. Artist: William Henry Pyne
Two chair menders, one sitting on the floor repairing the seat of a chair, while the other carries a large bundle of cane on her shoulder. From Provincial Characters, 1804

Old Chairs to mend, Cries of London, 1819. Artist: John Thomas Smith
Old Chairs to mend, 1819. A ragged chair mender with a bundle on his back. From Cries of London, 1819

Old Chairs to Mend, Cries of London, c1840. Artist: TH Jones
Old Chairs to Mend. View of two chair menders. A man stands with a chair on his back, whilst a woman sits on the pavement mending the seat of a chair. From Cries of London, c1840

Old Chairs to Mend, Cries of London, (c1688?)
Old Chairs to Mend, (c1688?). A chair mender carrying a large bundle of cane over his shoulder. From Cries of London, (c1688?)

Chairs to Mend, Soho Square, London, 1805. A copper plate representing the itinerant traders of London, from Modern London; Being the History and Present State of the British Metropolis

Old Chairs to Mend
OLD CHAIRS TO MEND ! a boy brings a broken chair for the chairmender to mend with wicker

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In the bustling streets of London, amidst the vibrant cries and melodies that filled the air, there stood a humble figure known as the chair mender. With his skilled hands and unwavering determination, he offered his services to all who sought solace in their worn-out chairs. London Cries echoed through the city as he proclaimed with pride, "Chairs to mend. Umbrellas to mend. " His voice carried across every corner, drawing attention from passersby who marveled at his craft. A color litho captured this scene perfectly, immortalizing the chair mender's presence in history. An engraving depicted another moment in time when he called out once again, "Chairs to Mend. " This time alongside other familiar characters like the News Boy, Flying Pieman, and Blackfriars Bridge. They formed a tapestry of urban life that showcased both its hardships and resilience. Through centuries past, depictions of this tireless artisan emerged repeatedly. In 1804's Cries of London artwork or even earlier renditions from 1688 or 1750 by various artists such as JM or William Henry Pyne respectively - they all painted vivid pictures of him diligently tending to old chairs. The chair mender became an emblematic symbol within London's cultural fabric; a testament to resourcefulness and adaptability. He embodied an era where craftsmanship thrived despite adversity. Even in 1819's John Thomas Smith masterpiece or TH Jones' rendition around 1840s – his image remained timeless. His legacy transcended mere repairs; it represented a connection between generations. From one century to another, people recognized him for more than just fixing chairs - he was a guardian preserving memories etched into each piece he restored. As we look back on these historical portrayals today with awe and admiration for their artistry and detail - let us not forget that behind those strokes lay stories untold.