Trading Collection (page 2)

Marche des Artisans (Artisans market), Djembe, Bamako, Mali, Africa

View of Judea, the capital of Siam, c. 1662-3 (oil on canvas)
3545857 View of Judea, the capital of Siam, c.1662-3 (oil on canvas) by Vinckeboons, Johannes (1576-1632) (attr. to); 97x140 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Birmingham Horse Fair, c. 1841-49 (w / c on paper)
2959557 The Birmingham Horse Fair, c.1841-49 (w/c on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 18.7x29.6 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Scene on the Horan Canal near Canton, c. 1850 (colour litho)
STC225377 Scene on the Horan Canal near Canton, c.1850 (colour litho) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The London Stock Exchange, pre Big Bang (b / w photo)
5986703 The London Stock Exchange, pre Big Bang (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London Stock Exchange, pre Big Bang)

The Fair of Beaucaire and a view of Tarascon (coloured engraving)
695017 The Fair of Beaucaire and a view of Tarascon (coloured engraving) by Basset, Paul Andre(fl. 1750-85); 31.7 x 47.1 cm; Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The answer lies in the heart: Lovely 21 year old Chantal Deschamps from France was in Covent Garden this morning with a special " Get to my heart" message

Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England - The Pontoon - Catch of Cod. In 1790 the population was less than 1, 000 and in 1907 it was 65, 000

CURB STOCK BROKERS, c1916. Stock brokers trading on the New York Curb Association market, with brokers and clients signaling from street to offices. Photograph, c1916

Kings Lynn Custom Hse
The Custom House in Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England, built in the late 17th century as an exchange, or trading centre for merchants. Date: late 17th century

Petticoat Lane silhouette
A smart lady with a small dog in tow walks through Petticoat Lane, Londons famous East End market. Date: 1926

Closing public houses and beer shops on the Lords Day to the Working Classes, 1854
XJF3037899 Closing public houses and beer shops on the Lords Day to the Working Classes, 1854 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

FINANCIAL CENTER, c1920. Crowd of men involved in curb exchange trading on Broad Street, New York City. Photograph, c1920

Handmade hats for sale, Plaza San Francisco, Patzcuaro, Michoacan, Mexico, North America

A dye trader offers his brightly coloured wares in a roadside stall in Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Lloyds insurance building and the Swiss Re Tower at night in London UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Women in conical hats at the fish market by the Thu Bon River in Hoi An, south of Danang, Vietnam, Indochina, Asia

Street market, Danang, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Chillies for sale, street market, Bangkok, Thailand

Market traders in boats selling flowers and fruit, Damnoen Saduak floating market, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Market trader in boat selling flowers and fruit, Damnoen Saduak floating market, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Souvenirs including models of temples and postcards for sale, Selinunte, Sicily, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

Garlic for sale on the market in Cours Saleya, Nice, Alpes Maritimes, Cote d Azur, Provence, France, Europe

India / Calicut / Settlement
The European (Portuguese trading) settlement at Calicut

India-Africa Trade
Trading vessels leaving India to trade with Africa

Food and Beverage. Bowl for butter washing and salting. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie
3434830 Food and Beverage. Bowl for butter washing and salting. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part. Food and Beverage)

Food and Beverage. A bakery. (engraving)
3434798 Food and Beverage. A bakery. (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part. Food and Beverage. A bakery.); Photo © CCI

Jewish street traders in Petticoat Lane Market, 1850
3331122 Jewish street traders in Petticoat Lane Market, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Jewish street traders in Petticoat Lane Market. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The State of Indiana, 1850
3478487 The State of Indiana, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the State of Indiana trading between Glasgow and New York. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Paddle steamer United Kingdom, 1850
3359157 Paddle steamer United Kingdom, 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of the paddle steamer United Kingdom built for the London/Edinburgh trade. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Mexican-American War 1846-1848: US troops under General Zachary Taylor encamped at Corpus Christi
528048 Mexican-American War 1846-1848: US troops under General Zachary Taylor encamped at Corpus Christi (Kinney's Trading Post) on the coast of Southern Texas

Geography. Turkey. The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. Imagery, France, c.1900
2638818 Geography. Turkey. The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. Imagery, France, c.1900.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Imagerie, France, ca 1900. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI

Water seller in Algiers, 1896 (engraving)
2453378 Water seller in Algiers, 1896 (engraving) by Bazin, Charles Louis (1802-1859) (after); (add.info.: Food and Beverage. Water seller in Algiers, Algeria)

Retail store, Beijing, 1920 (photo)
2436634 Retail store, Beijing, 1920 (photo) by Mennie, Donald (1875-1944); (add.info.: Geography. Retail store, Beijing. Photo in: The Pageant of Peking, compendium of photographies by Donald Mennie)

Sugar trade, Antwerp, c1510-20 (engraving)
2526608 Sugar trade, Antwerp, c1510-20 (engraving) by Verhaert, Pieter (1852-1908); (add.info.: Economy. The first sugar carrying ship arrives in the harbour of Antwerp, Belgium, 1508)

Economy. A fair in the region of Champagne, c.1400, with the trader Cosimo de Medicis. Imagery, France, c.1900 (print)
3433715 Economy. A fair in the region of Champagne, c.1400, with the trader Cosimo de Medicis. Imagery, France, c.1900 (print); (add.info.: Economie. Imagerie, France, debut 20eme. Coll. Part)

Food and Beverage. Champagne making: sectionplan of the Moet et Chandon cellars
3434925 Food and Beverage. Champagne making: sectionplan of the Moet et Chandon cellars. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Coll)

Food and Beverage. Moulding the Edam in the Netherlands. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de
3434828 Food and Beverage. Moulding the Edam in the Netherlands. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, vers 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part)

Food and Beverage. Storage (improvement) of the Camembert cheese. Engraving in
3434827 Food and Beverage. Storage (improvement) of the Camembert cheese. Engraving in: Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part)

The Clipper Ship The Gauntlet, 1850
3330914 The Clipper Ship The Gauntlet, 1850; (add.info.: The Clipper The Gauntlet, an iron clipper built on the Clyde for the Indian and Australian trades)

The Clipper Ship The Gauntlet, 1850
3331140 The Clipper Ship The Gauntlet, 1850; (add.info.: The Clipper The Gauntlet, an iron clipper built on the Clyde for the Indian and Australian trades)

Jewish street traders in Petticoat Lane Market, 1850
3331120 Jewish street traders in Petticoat Lane Market, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Jewish street traders in Petticoat Lane Market. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Stockbrokers basket trading in the French Stock Exchange, 19th century, from L'Univers Illustre pub. 1867
3506130 Stockbrokers basket trading in the French Stock Exchange, 19th century, from L'Univers Illustre pub. 1867; (add.info.: Stockbrokers basket trading in the French Stock Exchange)

Coal Exchange, Thames Street, London
864162 Coal Exchange, Thames Street, London; (add.info.: Coal Exchange, Thames Street, London. A commodity market where coal was traded)

Fruit trader in Bordeaux, 1810 (engraving)
2069721 Fruit trader in Bordeaux, 1810 (engraving); (add.info.: France. Coll. Part. Geography. France. Fruit trader in Bordeaux)

Flower Seller in Netherlands, 1909 (illustration)
2248439 Flower Seller in Netherlands, 1909 (illustration); (add.info.: Geography. Netherlands. Girl flower trader. Illustration by Hichcock for an article on the birth of Juliana)

An 18th century trading ship is depicted in a Royal tapestry from the Gobelins, c.1720 (tapestry)
3507816 An 18th century trading ship is depicted in a Royal tapestry from the Gobelins, c.1720 (tapestry); Universal History Archive

Entry of the Union Stock Yars, Chicago, c.1900 (postcard)
2636443 Entry of the Union Stock Yars, Chicago, c.1900 (postcard); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geography. USA. Entry of the Union Stock Yars (meatpacking district), Chicago

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Global Trade: From Vasco da Gama's Voyage to Modern Markets" Embark on a journey through time and continents as we delve into the captivating world of trading. Our first stop takes us back to 1498, when Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama arrived in India, opening up new trade routes that would shape history. Next, we find ourselves amidst the vibrant chaos of Vucciria Market in Palermo, Sicily. Here, locals and visitors alike engage in lively bartering for fresh produce and local delicacies, showcasing the essence of Mediterranean trade. Moving forward to London's bustling Stock Exchange - The Stock Jobbers Pitches - where fortunes are made or lost with every transaction. This iconic financial hub has been at the forefront of global commerce for centuries. Transporting ourselves across continents once again, we land in Hong Kong during the 1890s. Amidst its crowded streets filled with merchants and traders from all walks of life, one can sense the city's thriving economic spirit that still persists today. In Chicago Board of Trade, we witness a different kind of exchange – commodities trading. Here futures contracts are bought and sold daily; an essential pillar supporting agricultural economies worldwide. Stepping away from markets momentarily, let us introduce Sir John Brockett – an influential figure who played a pivotal role in shaping Britain's trade policies during his tenure as Secretary for Foreign Affairs. Our journey now leads us to Jingdezhen city in China where ancient pottery factories proudly display their exquisite vases dating back to Qing and Ming dynasties. These masterpieces represent not only artistic brilliance but also serve as tangible symbols of international trade throughout history. Shifting our focus towards currency itself brings us face-to-face with Euro banknotes – a testament to Europe's unified economy built upon seamless cross-border transactions fostering prosperity among member nations. Lebanon’s Sidon beckons next; a city steeped in history and renowned for its vibrant souks.