Trade Commerce Collection

Kimberley, South Africa, 1899 (b / w photo)
5923557 Kimberley, South Africa, 1899 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Kimberley, S.A)

Dirzee, or Tailor, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928629 A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine)

Naval dirk given to Alexander Brown Esq for his role in the defence of the Pigot
5925699 Naval dirk given to Alexander Brown Esq for his role in the defence of the Pigot, 1794 by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum

Bobbejaanbout (Baboon thigh butt) musket, 1800-1850 circa
5920746 Bobbejaanbout (Baboon thigh butt) musket, 1800-1850 circa by South African School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Bobbejaanbout (Baboon thigh butt) musket

Bobbejaanbout (Baboon thigh butt) musket, 1800-1850 circa
5920745 Bobbejaanbout (Baboon thigh butt) musket, 1800-1850 circa by South African School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Bobbejaanbout (Baboon thigh butt) musket

Officers Presentation Sword awarded to Lieutenant Samuel Snook
5920713 OfficerAs Presentation Sword awarded to Lieutenant Samuel Snook, Bombay Marine (metal) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum

Dirzee, or Tailor, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928630 A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine)

Suttling Booth, 1808 circa (etching)
5925883 Suttling Booth, 1808 circa (etching) by Atkinson, John Augustus (1775-1831) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Suttling Booth, 1808 circa)

The Main Street in the Bazaar at Caubul in the Fruit Season, c
5929486 A The Main Street in the Bazaar at Caubul in the Fruit SeasonA, c.1839 (lithograph, tinted) by Atkinson, James (1780-1852) (after); National Army Museum

Westley Richards. 451 inch Pattern No 5 Monkey Tail carbine
5930023 Westley Richards.451 inch Pattern No 5 A Monkey TailA carbine, Uxbridge Yeomanry Cavalry, 1866 (carbine, percussion, Westley Richards, .451 in No 5 1866) by English School

Officers Presentation Sword awarded to Lieutenant Samuel Snook
5920714 OfficerAs Presentation Sword awarded to Lieutenant Samuel Snook, Bombay Marine (metal) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum

Naval dirk given to Alexander Brown Esq for his role in the defence of the Pigot
5925700 Naval dirk given to Alexander Brown Esq for his role in the defence of the Pigot, 1794 by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum

Dirzee, or Tailor, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928631 A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine)

Dirzee, or Tailor, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928628 A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine)

Japan: Advertising poster for Sakura Beer featuring a woman in a kimono, Tsunetomi Kitano, 1913

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"Trade Commerce: A Glimpse into the Vibrant History of Global Exchange" Step back in time and witness the captivating scenes that shaped trade commerce throughout history. From the chaos of war-torn bazaars to the bustling markets filled with cultural treasures, these snapshots offer a glimpse into the intricate web of global exchange. In 1842, flames engulfed Kabul's great bazaar, painting a devastating picture of destruction. The pencil and wash artwork captures the intensity and tragedy that often accompany conflicts within trading hubs. Similarly, "The Sacking of the Great Bazar of Caubul" immortalizes another dark chapter in commerce's narrative. Traveling south to Kimberley, South Africa in 1899, we encounter a black-and-white photograph showcasing an era when diamond mining fueled economic growth. This snapshot transports us to a time when precious stones drove trade and transformed landscapes. Delving deeper into India's rich heritage, we stumble upon a terracotta figurine known as Dirzee or Tailor from around 1880. This statuette symbolizes not only skilled craftsmanship but also highlights how tailoring played an essential role in facilitating trade between cultures. Shifting our focus eastwards, we find ourselves amidst China's first Opium War circa 1840. An oil-on-board masterpiece depicts a fort on Canton River—an emblematic reminder of how conflicts over trade routes have shaped history for centuries. As we explore further historical artifacts associated with commerce, we discover intriguing items like naval dirks given as tokens of appreciation for defending valuable assets such as Pigot & Co. , highlighting individuals' contributions to safeguarding commercial interests. Unveiling yet another relic is the Bobbejaanbout musket—a peculiar weapon named after its baboon thigh butt design—showcasing how ingenuity merged with necessity during times marked by territorial disputes and shifting alliances.