Fine Art Print : London Trade Card - Benjamin Cole, textiles
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London Trade Card - Benjamin Cole, textiles
London Trade Card - Benjamin Cole, at the Sun in St Pauls Churchyard, importing and selling cambrics, lawn, macklin, English lace and edging, wholesale and retail.
18th century
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14386577
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Benjamin Churchyard Cloth Cole Counter Customers Edging Importing Lace Lawn Macklin Pauls Retail Seller Selling Textile Textiles Tradesman Tradesmen Wholesale
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant world of 18th century London with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating "London Trade Card - Benjamin Cole" image from Mary Evans Picture Library, this print showcases the bustling Sun in St Pauls Churchyard marketplace. Benjamin Cole, a prominent figure in the textile industry, is depicted importing and selling a variety of fabrics, including cambrics, lawn, macklin, and English lace. The intricate details of the textiles and the lively market atmosphere are brought to life in this stunning, high-quality print. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 18th century London trade card features the image and business details of Benjamin Cole, a textiles importer and retailer based in the Sun in St Paul's Churchyard. The card, which would have been used as a promotional tool to attract customers, showcases Benjamin as a successful and established tradesman of the time. The image on the card depicts Benjamin standing confidently behind a well-stocked counter, surrounded by rolls of fabric and samples of textiles. The array of textiles displayed includes cambrics, lawn, macklin, and English lace and edging, indicating the breadth of his offerings. The Sun in St Paul's Churchyard, where Benjamin conducted business, was a popular location for textile merchants and traders in the 18th century. Benjamin's trade card also highlights his ability to cater to both wholesale and retail customers, making him a versatile and accessible businessman. The presence of women among his customers further underscores the appeal of his offerings to a wide range of consumers. The card's design is simple yet effective, with clear and concise information about the types of textiles Benjamin sold and his business location. This trade card offers a glimpse into the bustling world of commerce in 18th century London, where skilled tradesmen like Benjamin Cole played a vital role in the city's economy and cultural landscape.
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