Sheffield Road (East side) : Elstone c.1920
Pictures of shop fronts are a very important part of the Tasker Collection as they offer so much interest, and include the kind of detail that would be otherwise lost. This image is of F.Elstone's tailor's shop at number 18. Maybe the man in the boater hat is Mr Elstone. The shop display shows carefully arranged samples as well as complete outfits, with lights targetting the very best of his work; and even the prices of some can be seen. Quite a gathering outside, while the photographer sets up his gear. I particularly like the detail of the small boy and his iron hoop. And also the smart looking lad by the window, a boy wearing adult-style clothing.
Sheffield Road
File Number: EGT1470
Tasker Trust