Mercantile Collection (#2)

Meat processing of the birds, detail from the tomb of Nakht, c. 1390 BC (wall painting)
5853841 Meat processing of the birds, detail from the tomb of Nakht, c.1390 BC (wall painting) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); Alinari Archives, Florence

The Midshipmans Mess on Board the Honourable Cos Ship Marchioness of Ely, c
CH406799 The Midshipmans Mess on Board the Honourable Cos Ship Marchioness of Ely, c.1826-32 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Allen, Anthony P

A Hunting Family (chromolitho)
1060053 A Hunting Family (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hunting Family)

Mary Spratt Provoost Alexander (engraving)
3061794 Mary Spratt Provoost Alexander (engraving) by American School, (18th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; (add.info.: Mary Alexander (April 16, 1693 - April 18)

A View of Victoria, Hong Kong with British Ships and other Vessels, c
3431743 A View of Victoria, Hong Kong with British Ships and other Vessels, c.1850 (oil on canvas) by Chinese School (19th century); 40.6x61 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Chinese

A View of Victoria, Hong Kong, with the Hulk H. M.s Princess Charlotte and American
3431742 A View of Victoria, Hong Kong, with the Hulk H.M.S Princess Charlotte and American, British and French Shipping, c.1862 (oil on canvas) by Chinese School (19th century)

Valentine card, putti stamping hearts (chromolitho)
730230 Valentine card, putti stamping hearts (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Valentine card, putti stamping hearts)

Merchant Vessels off the Coast, 1783 (oil on canvas)
JBN202310 Merchant Vessels off the Coast, 1783 (oil on canvas) by Luny, Thomas (1759-1837); 60x101 cm; Private Collection; John Bennett Fine Paintings; English, out of copyright

A Wealthy Merchant of London in 1588 (engraving)
STC221987 A Wealthy Merchant of London in 1588 (engraving) by English School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

112 Days to San Francisco poster advertising Merchant
NYH188140 112 Days to San Francisco poster advertising Merchants Express Line of Clipper Ships, White Swallow (colour litho) by American School; Collection of the New-York Historical Society

The four Classes of Society, Military, Agricultural, Laboring, and Mercantile (engraving)
6026563 The four Classes of Society, Military, Agricultural, Laboring, and Mercantile (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The four Classes of Society)

Detail of the Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens
1191874 Detail of the Southern Barbarians Come to Trade, pair of six-panel screens, early 17th century (ink, colour, gold & gold leaf on paper) (see also 1152500) by Kano Naizen (1570-1616) (attr)

International shipping, mercantile marine of the principal nations (colour litho)
3648588 International shipping, mercantile marine of the principal nations (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: International shipping)

Commercial development of the world, National flags used by mercantile shipping (colour litho)
3648580 Commercial development of the world, National flags used by mercantile shipping (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Robert Hazlehurst, 1799. Creator: Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Mé
Robert Hazlehurst, 1799

Prince Albert lays foundation stone - Nautical School
May 1919 - prince Albert (later King George VI 1895-1952) lays the foundation stone for a new Nautical School at Poole, Dorset

South Street Seaport Museum, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
USA, New York City, Manhattan, South Street Seaport Museum

The Landing Stage at Liverpool, 1936
The Landing Stage at Liverpool, at which the largest vessels can berth at all states of the tide, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester

The Leadenhall Street Entrance of Lloyd s, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

The Underwriting Room at Lloyds, with the Rostrum in the centre, 1936
The Underwriting Room at Lloyd s, with the Rostrum in the centre, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

View of mercantile premises, Billiter Street, City of London, 1875

Rotterdam
Map of Rotterdam. 1649

View of the London docks in the mid 19th century. From Monuments Anciens et Modernes by Jules Gailhabaud. Published 1857

Ruins Of The Church Of Mary And Council Of Ephesus; Ephesus, Turkey

Rice Merchant and Money Lender - Sri Lanka - A Chettiar. The white horizontal lines adorning his body identify him as a follower of the Hindu God Shiva. Date: circa 1920s

Jewish merchant, 18th c. Hindu art. Miniature Painting

Portrait of Joseph Bruce Ismay
Joseph Bruce Ismay, Managing Director of the White Star Line and President of the International Mercantile Marine Company

Envelope with stamps from Basutoland, South Africa
Envelope with stamps from Basutoland (now Lesotho), South Africa, postmarked Maseru. Date: 1936

Ledger. Bills of exchange
Acceptance of bills of exchange among merchants of Barcelona and Florence. 1411. Ledger. Diocesan Archive. Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain

Spain. Zaragoza. Commercial Casino. Detail of the facade, designed in 1912 by Francisco Albina

Queen Victorias Jubilee Celebrations
View of two illuminated buildings on the evening of Queen Victorias Jubilee Celebrations, 20 June 1897. The Junior Constitutional Club (above)

George Tierney (1761 - 1830) Talented statesman, opposed Pitt but was distrusted by the whigs because of his lowly (i.e. mercantile) family background

New Caisson for the East and West India Dock Company - intended to divide the East and West India Export Dock from the basin - built by Messrs

Lincoln-Drexel Building, Lincoln Road, Miami, Florida, USA
The art deco style Lincoln-Drexel Building, on the corner of Lincoln Road and Drexel Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, USA. Date: late 1930s

George Tierney - 2
GEORGE TIERNEY statesman, opponent of Pitt but who was distrusted by the Whigs on account of his lowly mercantile) origins... Date: 1761 - 1830

Peter Adolph Grotjan
PETER ADOLPH GROTJAN German - American merchant, who wrote an account of his 1805 mercantile travels. Date: 1774 - 1850

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MERCHANDISE MART, 1949. Men working the floor at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago, Illinois. Photographed by Stanley Kubrick, 1949

Commercial Exchange, Cape Town, illustration from Travels and Adventures in
XJF448242 Commercial Exchange, Cape Town, illustration from Travels and Adventures in Southern Africa by George Thompson, published 1827 (engraving) by Thompson

Jakob Fugger in his office, 1518 (pen & ink on paper)
XPH350364 Jakob Fugger in his office, 1518 (pen & ink on paper) by German School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Dock, Wapping, 1808 (hand-coloured aquatint)
XYC291027 New Dock, Wapping, 1808 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); 51.4x84.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

West India Trade Docks, from Six Views of the London Docks, 1802 (coloured
XYC270911 West India Trade Docks, from Six Views of the London Docks, 1802 (coloured aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); 46.4x80 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace and men and women from Tudor society
XJF105365 Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace and men and women from Tudor society, 1582 (engraving) by Hoefnagel

An Extensive View of the Oxford Races, Charles Turner, 1774-1857, British

SHEET MUSIC: BASEBALL. Sheet music cover for Home Run Quick Step, by John Zebley, Jr. dedicated to the members of the Mercantile Baseball Club of Philadelphia. Lithograph, c1861

WORLD WAR I: SUBMARINE. Surrendered German Mercantile Submarine on its way to be interned at Harwich Harbor, England. Photograph, c1918

Exchange Interior
3rd May 1920: Inside the Baltic Mercantile and Shipping Exchange. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Town Clock Store
A town clock store in Salt Lake City, Utah, run by S. Cooper & Brother for Zions Co-operative Mercantile Institution, circa 1870

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"Exploring the Mercantile World: From Historic Trials to Trade Routes" Step back in time to July 1852, as we witness the Trial of Anchors at the Royal Dockyard in Sheerness. The bustling scene showcases the maritime industry's dedication to innovation and improvement. In another captivating glimpse into history, a Spithead panorama reveals an impressive display of ships on the south side. Flags & Funnels flutter proudly, representing different nations and their mercantile prowess. Traveling further inland, we find ourselves at Albert Docks in Liverpool. This iconic location serves as a hub for trade and commerce, connecting merchants from around the world. Delving even deeper into history, a pair of six-panel screens from early 17th century Japan depicts Southern Barbarians Come to Trade. Ink strokes beautifully capture this significant moment when cultures collided through mercantile exchange. Fast forward to modern times; mountain bikers fearlessly head into Polebridge while riding on the Great Divide Route in Montana. Even amidst nature's grandeur, commerce finds its way through adventurous spirits seeking new experiences. Venturing across borders brings us to Danzig's vibrant harbor—a testament to centuries of international trade that has shaped this coastal city's identity. Ocean Liners take center stage with four stock certificates showcasing their significance within global commerce. These majestic vessels connected continents and facilitated economic growth on an unprecedented scale. The tragic tale of RMS Titanic unfolds through two insurance company letters—reminders that even monumental feats can be marred by unforeseen circumstances. Yet it is these stories that remind us how deeply intertwined mercantilism is with human history. White Star Line emerges once again—this time through a company share certificate and Buffalo china dinner plate—an embodiment of luxury travel during its era and symbols of opulence sought after by discerning patrons worldwide.