Market Day Collection (#3)

Market Day at Ashford, Kent, engraved by T. Garner, 1830 (engraving)
XJF465123 Market Day at Ashford, Kent, engraved by T. Garner, 1830 (engraving) by Shepherd, George Sidney (1784-1862) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

High Street, Maidstone, A Market Day, engraved by S. Lacey, published 1832 (engraving)
XJF465136 High Street, Maidstone, A Market Day, engraved by S. Lacey, published 1832 (engraving) by Shepherd, George Sidney (1784-1862) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Romford, Essex, engraved by John Rogers, c. 1832 (engraving)
XJF451330 Romford, Essex, engraved by John Rogers, c.1832 (engraving) by Campion, George Bryant (1796-1870) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Lausanne, Switzerland, 1889, Market Day

in a city market day, Jan van de Velde (II), 1616

A French Market Place, c. 1829 (w / c over graphite on paper)
XYC244361 A French Market Place, c.1829 (w/c over graphite on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 24.9x31.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Market Day in a Flemish Town, Sebastiaan Vrancx, 1600 - 1647

Country Woman Riding a Donkey (oil on canvas)
XKH191675 Country Woman Riding a Donkey (oil on canvas) by Troyon, Constant-Emile (1810-65); 61x49.9 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Market Day in Courtrai, Kortrijk Belgium, Jan Baptiste De Jonghe, 1828

View of the Weighhouse and the Cheese Market at Alkmaar (oil on canvas)
XIR165883 View of the Weighhouse and the Cheese Market at Alkmaar (oil on canvas) by Dutch School, (17th century); Stedelijk Museum, Alkmaar

Market day in a city, Jan van de Velde (II), 1616

Hats, market day at Zaachila, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Masks for sale on market day, Zaachila, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Bags and rugs for sale on market day, Zaachila, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Market day, Santiago de Atitlan, Guatemala, Central America

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Market Day is a vibrant and bustling event that takes place in various locations across the globe. From the charming streets of Sarlat in Dordogne, France to the historical Market Place in Llanrwst, there is something enchanting about these lively gatherings. In Kingston, Canada, locals gather at the iconic Jacques Cartier Square for their market day. Antique black and white photos capture the essence of this event as people browse through stalls filled with fresh produce and unique treasures. Meanwhile, in Mirepoix, Ariege, Midi-Pyrenees region of France, market day showcases an array of local produce. The colors and aromas fill the air as visitors immerse themselves in a sensory experience like no other. A surprising sight awaits those who visit Gibraltar on market day - Royal Naval officers riding pigs. This quirky tradition adds a touch of whimsy to an already vibrant atmosphere. Travel back in time to 1924 Dinan or even further to Bavaria during c1780-1825; you will find that market days have always been cherished events throughout history. Artists such as Thomas Rowlandson beautifully captured these scenes on paper using pencil and watercolors. The allure extends beyond Europe too. In lands far away from its origin lies Kingston's Market Day along The Thames Boating Season where locals come together to enjoy not only fresh produce but also boating festivities. Constant Troyon's painting "The Road to Market" transports us back to 1858/59 when farmers would journey through picturesque landscapes with their goods ready for trade. It reminds us that markets are not just places for commerce but also opportunities for connection between communities. Whether it be pen & ink sketches or lithographs capturing these moments forever on paper or simply experiencing them firsthand today; one thing remains certain - market days continue to bring joy and excitement wherever they may be found.