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CANADA: FUR TRADE, c1780. Agents of the Hudsons Bay Company and the North-West Company competing for trade with Native Americans in Canada, c1780. Wood engraving, American, 1879
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CANADA: FUR TRADE, c1780. Agents of the Hudsons Bay Company and the North-West Company competing for trade with Native Americans in Canada, c1780. Wood engraving, American, 1879
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1780 American Indian Barter Canada Canadian Children Fur Trader Life Merchant Tipi Village Voyageur
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This print takes us back to the late 18th century in Canada, a time when the fur trade was at its peak. The image showcases agents of two rival companies, the Hudson's Bay Company and the North-West Company, engaging in fierce competition for trade with Native Americans. In this wood engraving from 1879, we witness a bustling scene outside a village. A group of English men representing both companies can be seen negotiating with Canadian Indians near their tipis. Horses are tethered nearby as children curiously observe this exchange of goods and cultures. The atmosphere is alive with excitement as these merchants barter for valuable furs that were highly sought after in Europe. The fur traders, known as voyageurs, played a crucial role in bridging the gap between European demand and Indigenous supply. This snapshot into Canadian history offers us a glimpse into the complex dynamics between different groups during this era. It highlights not only economic interests but also cultural interactions that shaped early Canadian life. As we admire this remarkable piece by The Granger Collection, let it serve as a reminder of how commerce has always been intertwined with exploration and cultural exchange throughout human history.
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