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Linen Draper, Bingley & Bragg, trade card (engraving)
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Linen Draper, Bingley & Bragg, trade card (engraving)
983953 Linen Draper, Bingley & Bragg, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Linen Draper, Bingley & Bragg, trade card.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 23526166
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Activities Business Business Enterprises Businesses Corporations Covent Garden Free Trade Goods Transport Occupations Promotional Retail Retailing Shops Trade Card Trade Cards Trades Adverisements Adverting Advertise Advertisers Advertising Company Advertisment Advertizing Bragg Occupation Tavistock Street
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This trade card from the 18th century showcases the bustling world of commerce and retail in London. The engraving depicts a linen draper shop owned by Bingley & Bragg, located in Tavistock Street, Covent Garden. This vibrant image offers a glimpse into the activities and occupations that defined this era. The trade card serves as an advertisement for Bingley & Bragg's business, featuring their names prominently displayed along with the iconic anchor symbol associated with linen drapers during that time. It highlights the importance of promotional materials in attracting customers and establishing brand recognition even centuries ago. The scene is filled with details that transport us back to this bygone era - shoppers browsing through various goods, merchants engaging in transactions, and carts transporting merchandise. It captures the essence of a thriving commercial district where businesses flourished amidst bustling streets. Not only does this trade card provide insight into historical advertising practices, but it also sheds light on broader themes such as free trade and business enterprises prevalent during this period. The presence of numerous other advertisements on display suggests a competitive market where companies vied for attention. Preserved within a private collection today, this print allows us to appreciate both its artistic qualities and its historical significance. It serves as a reminder of how commerce has evolved over time while showcasing the enduring power of advertising to capture our attention across generations.
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