Russian Comissionnaire

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Russian Comissionnaire

A Russian Commissionaire - an attendant, messenger or subordinate employed in hotels, whose chief duty is to attend at railway stations, secure customers, take charge of their luggage, carry out the necessary formalities with respect to it and have it sent on to the hotel. Date: circa 1902

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Media ID 11575403

© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Attendant Badge Commissionaire Crossed Employee Logistics Porter

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the image of a Russian Commissionaire, a dedicated and essential figure in the bustling world of early 20th century Russian travel. Dressed in his distinctive uniform, the Commissionaire stands proudly at a railway station, his cap adorned with a red star and a badge displaying crossed arms and a scepter. His hat sits at a rakish angle on his head, and his stern expression conveys a sense of duty and professionalism. The Commissionaire's role was pivotal in the logistical process of travel during this era. He would attend to the needs of weary travelers as they arrived at the station, securing their luggage and ensuring a smooth transition from the railway to their final destination - the hotel. With the complexities of travel in this period, the Commissionaire's expertise and attentiveness were invaluable. The photograph captures the historical significance of the Commissionaire's role, offering a glimpse into the past when travel was an adventure filled with challenges and uncertainties. The image is a testament to the importance of the human touch in an age when technology and efficiency were rapidly changing the way people moved from place to place. This photograph, with its rich details and evocative atmosphere, invites us to reflect on the history of travel and the essential role that individuals like the Russian Commissionaire played in making journeys possible.

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