Weighing goods at Butlers Wharf, London

A simple but effective counterbalance system is used for checking the weight of boxes. The warehouse staff wear flat-caps while the office workers stand out in their bowlers. The two uniformed men in peaked caps appear to be security staff.

Location

Greater London Southwark

Period

Edwardian (1902 - 1913)

Tags

work men industry clothing tea food warehouse equipment Edwardian (1902 - 1913)