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Advertising Card for rug importer
Advertising card for a Belgian Turkish rug importer, showing the owner of the company, Leonhard Tietz, negotiating the price of a rug. He had an office in Rassim Pacha Han in Istanbul. Han translates house. This view is probably from another part of the Ottoman Empire
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Media ID 4405593
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Belgian Carpet Constantinople Haggle Haggling Importer Istanbul Leonhard Negotiating Pacha Persian Price Seller Trading Ottoman
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into a world of timeless beauty with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection. This exquisite advertising card from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time to Istanbul's Rassim Pacha Han, where the renowned Belgian Turkish rug importer, Leonhard Tietz, engages in a vibrant negotiation over a prized rug. Each print in our range is meticulously selected for its captivating storytelling and artistic merit, offering a unique glimpse into history. Bring the rich culture and heritage of the past into your home or office space with our Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.8cm x 53.3cm (13.3" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This advertising card transports us back in time to the bustling markets of the Ottoman Empire in 1911. At the heart of the scene, we find Leonhard Tietz, the intrepid Belgian importer of Turkish and Persian rugs, deep in negotiations with a local seller. The setting is the historic Rassim Pacha Han, a grand 'house' or inn in Istanbul, then known as Constantinople, where merchants and travelers from around the world gathered to buy and sell goods. Leonhard's keen eyes scrutinize every detail of the exquisite rug spread out before him, while the seller, with a knowing smile, waits for him to make an offer. The air is thick with the scent of spices and the sounds of haggling and lively banter. The rich colors and intricate patterns of the rug reflect the vibrant culture and history of the region. The card, adorned with the Tietz company logo, serves as a testament to Leonhard's dedication and passion for his craft. As a respected figure in the rug trade, he traveled extensively throughout the Ottoman Empire to source the finest and most authentic pieces for his customers back in Belgium. The card's historical significance lies not only in the fascinating glimpse it offers into the past but also in the story of a man who, driven by his love for these beautiful textiles, built a successful business that spanned continents. This evocative image invites us to explore the rich history of trading and the enduring allure of the exotic, as well as the human connection that lies at the heart of every transaction.
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