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Borsa Collection

"Borsa: A Historical Hub of Commerce and Culture" Step back in time to the bustling Piazza della Borsa

Background imageBorsa Collection: La borsa rossa

La borsa rossa
Massimo Della Latta

Background imageBorsa Collection: DDE-90034670

DDE-90034670
Romania, Maramures, Fresh harvest Hay drying Date: 04/02/2006

Background imageBorsa Collection: DDE-90034669

DDE-90034669
Romania, Maramures, Mountain village by Borsa town Date: 04/02/2006

Background imageBorsa Collection: Wan dai-fu orchid, Cymbidium sinense

Wan dai-fu orchid, Cymbidium sinense. Epidendrum sinense, Epidendro Chinese. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Background imageBorsa Collection: Korean Porters in the Chemulpo harbour (South Korea), unloding the junks - Illustration

Korean Porters in the Chemulpo harbour (South Korea), unloding the junks - Illustration
LSE808542 Korean Porters in the Chemulpo harbour (South Korea), unloding the junks - Illustration after a 19th century photography by J

Background imageBorsa Collection: Piazza della Borsa with Medina Fountain, Naples, Italy

Piazza della Borsa with Medina Fountain, Naples, Italy
Piazza della Borsa with Medina Fountain and Corso Umberto I (a major shopping street), Naples, Italy. Date: circa 1900

Background imageBorsa Collection: Ancient Rome: The pillaging of a captured city, 1866 (coloured engraving)

Ancient Rome: The pillaging of a captured city, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702510 Ancient Rome: The pillaging of a captured city, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBorsa Collection: Portrait of Philippe de Commines (Commynes or Comines) (1447-1511)

Portrait of Philippe de Commines (Commynes or Comines) (1447-1511)
XEE557172 Portrait of Philippe de Commines (Commynes or Comines) (1447-1511), French writer and diplomat. by French School

Background imageBorsa Collection: Portrait of Peter Abelard (Pierre Abailard) (Pierre Abeilard) (1079-1142)

Portrait of Peter Abelard (Pierre Abailard) (Pierre Abeilard) (1079-1142)
XEE557151 Portrait of Peter Abelard (Pierre Abailard) (Pierre Abeilard) (1079-1142), French scholastic philosopher, theologian and logician

Background imageBorsa Collection: Ancient Greece: The Way to Olympia at Olympic Games Time, 1866 (coloured engraving)

Ancient Greece: The Way to Olympia at Olympic Games Time, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702490 Ancient Greece: The Way to Olympia at Olympic Games Time, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBorsa Collection: Temple of Hadrian Columns Colonnade Now Stock Exchange, Rome, Italy. Temple built 145 AD

Temple of Hadrian Columns Colonnade Now Stock Exchange, Rome, Italy. Temple built 145 AD

Background imageBorsa Collection: Milan, Italy - Palace Hotel and other sights

Milan, Italy - Palace Hotel and other sights including the Arco del Sempione, Station and the Antico Palazzo della Borsa (Old Stock Exchange). Date: circa 1901

Background imageBorsa Collection: Naples, Italy - Piazza Giovanni Bovio

Naples, Italy - Piazza Giovanni Bovio (formerly the Piazza Borsa) - with the Stock Exchange Building (Palazzo della Borsa)

Background imageBorsa Collection: Italy. Rome. Temple of Hadrian or Hadrianeum. Year 145

Italy. Rome. Temple of Hadrian or Hadrianeum. Year 145
Italy. Rome. Temple of Hadrian or Hadrianeum. Built by Antoninus Pius in 145. Incorporated into a later building. Colonnade with Corinthian columns. Piazza di Pietra (Piazza of Stone)

Background imageBorsa Collection: View Borsa Rome 18th century Pen black ink graphite

View Borsa Rome 18th century Pen black ink graphite
Artokoloro

Background imageBorsa Collection: Romania, Maramures, Mountain village by Borsa town

Romania, Maramures, Mountain village by Borsa town

Background imageBorsa Collection: Borsa (Stock Exchange), Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Borsa (Stock Exchange), Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe



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"Borsa: A Historical Hub of Commerce and Culture" Step back in time to the bustling Piazza della Borsa, where the Palace of the Chamber of Commerce stands proudly alongside the majestic column adorned with a statue of Leopold I. This iconic square in Trieste, Italy has witnessed countless moments of trade and prosperity throughout history. In the early 20th century, captured through a stereoscopic image from 1920-1930, we catch a glimpse of life in this vibrant city. The old Palazzo della Borsa Vecchia dominates the scene, serving as a reminder of Trieste's rich commercial heritage. Traveling further back to 1880-1890, another stereoscopic image captures Piazza della Borsa's charm. Here, amidst its grandeur, we see Wan dai-fu orchids blooming gracefully - nature intertwining with human enterprise. Delving into history beyond Italy's borders, an illustration reveals Korean porters hard at work unloading junks in Chemulpo harbor. These scenes remind us that commerce knows no boundaries; it connects people across continents. Returning to Naples, Italy brings us face-to-face with Medina Fountain gracing Piazza della Borsa. Its elegance adds yet another layer to this historical square - a testament to artistic beauty intertwined with economic activity. Stepping even further back in time takes us straight into Ancient Rome during its pillaging days. A colored engraving from 1866 depicts the chaos and destruction that followed capturing cities - reminding us that borsas have not always been symbols of peace and prosperity. Shifting our focus towards individuals who shaped history is Philippe de Commines (1447-1511), whose portrait reminds us that behind every successful venture lies great minds strategizing for success. Similarly notable is Peter Abelard (1079-1142), whose portrait serves as a tribute to intellectual pursuits within commerce.