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Tobacconist and Snuff Man, Cooke s, trade card (engraving)
984017 Tobacconist and Snuff Man, Cooke s, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tobacconist and Snuff Man, Cooke s, trade card.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22307164
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Activities Bottle Bottled Bottles Bottling Business Business Enterprises Businesses Colds Cooke Corporations Coughs Dealer Doctors Drugs Free Trade Goods Transport Medical Supplies Medicinal Merchants Occupations Promotional Quack Quacks Red Lion Square Remedies Retail Retailing Seller Shops Tobacconist Trade Card Trade Cards Trades Vendor Wholesalers Adverisements Adverting Advertise Advertisers Advertising Company Advertisment Advertizing Asclepius Asklepieion Asklepios Healthcare Medical Science Medical Services Merchant Occupation Physical Health
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This 18th-century trade card, titled "Tobacconist and Snuff Man, Cooke's" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of London. The intricately detailed engraving showcases a vibrant scene filled with various activities and occupations. In the heart of Red Lion Square, we see a charming shop adorned with advertisements for cough medicine and other remedies. The Tobacconist and Snuff Man proudly display their wares, enticing passersby with an array of tobacco products neatly arranged on shelves. Their trade card serves as a promotional tool, attracting customers to their establishment. The atmosphere is alive with commerce as merchants transport goods in bottles through the busy streets. This image offers a glimpse into the world of business enterprises during this period, highlighting the importance of free trade and corporations. Amidst it all, doctors or quacks can be seen offering medicinal solutions for colds and ailments. One such remedy mentioned is Dr Griffen's Tincture - a popular choice among those seeking relief from their afflictions. This print not only captures the essence of 18th-century London but also provides insight into the diverse range of occupations that thrived during this era. It reminds us that even centuries ago, advertising played a crucial role in promoting businesses and attracting customers. As we admire this remarkable piece from our private collection, let us appreciate its historical significance while marveling at the intricate details that bring this bygone era to life before our eyes.
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