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Blakes & Son, Hosiers and Hatters, Newport Street, London, trade card, 18th Century (engraving)
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Blakes & Son, Hosiers and Hatters, Newport Street, London, trade card, 18th Century (engraving)
3657198 Blakes & Son, Hosiers and Hatters, Newport Street, London, trade card, 18th Century (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blakes & Son, Hosiers and Hatters, Newport Street, London, trade card, 18th Century.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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Hatters Hosiers Maker Markers Marketing Trades Adverisements Adverting Advertise Advertisers Advertising Company Advertisment Advertizing Blakes Newport Street
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This 18th-century trade card showcases the bustling business of Blakes & Son, Hosiers and Hatters, located on Newport Street in London. The intricately detailed engraving depicts a vibrant scene filled with markers of commerce and craftsmanship. In this snapshot from history, we are transported to a time when advertising was an art form in itself. The trade card serves as both an advertisement and a testament to the skill and reputation of Blakes & Son. It proudly displays their expertise in providing high-quality hats and hosiery to discerning customers. The image is teeming with activity - customers peruse the carefully crafted wares while craftsmen diligently work behind counters. The attention to detail is remarkable; every hat, stocking, and accessory is meticulously rendered, showcasing the pride that Blakes & Son took in their products. Newport Street comes alive through this print - its cobblestone streets lined with shops beckoning passersby. This trade card not only captures a moment in time but also offers us a glimpse into the thriving commercial hub that was 18th-century London. As we admire this piece of history preserved by Bridgeman Images, we can't help but marvel at how advertising has evolved over centuries. Yet even today, there remains something timeless about this enchanting engraving – it reminds us that quality craftsmanship will always find its place amidst changing trends and technologies.
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