Horse Drawn Wagons full of Goods and belonging to the Hanseatic League arrive at a Port

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Horse Drawn Wagons full of Goods and belonging to the Hanseatic League arrive at a Port

KW428449 Horse Drawn Wagons full of Goods and belonging to the Hanseatic League arrive at a Port, 16th Century, 1886 (colour litho) by Heins, Armand Jean (1856-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hanseatic League, late Medieval to early Modern Northern European Trade alliance, illustration from Cortege Historique des Moyens de Transport; ); Ken Welsh; out of copyright

Media ID 12879712

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Activity Bustling Carriages Dock Elizabethan Goods Ports Trading Wagon

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In this vibrant 16th-century print, we are transported back in time to witness the bustling activity at a port as Horse Drawn Wagons full of Goods and belonging to the Hanseatic League arrive. The Hanseatic League, a powerful trade alliance that dominated Northern European commerce during the late Medieval and early Modern periods, is depicted here in all its glory. The scene is alive with movement as horse-drawn carriages laden with goods make their way towards the dock. The wagons are brimming with valuable cargo, symbolizing the immense wealth and influence of this renowned trading organization. Each wagon represents a link in an extensive network connecting distant regions through lucrative trade routes. Artist Armand Jean Heins captures every detail meticulously, from the intricate designs on each carriage to the majestic horses pulling them forward. The colors used in this lithograph bring vibrancy to an otherwise historical moment frozen in time. This image serves as a testament to the significance of international trade during this era and highlights how ports were vital hubs for economic growth. It offers us a glimpse into an Elizabethan world where merchants eagerly awaited these arrivals, ready to engage in prosperous exchanges that would shape economies across Europe. As we gaze upon this artwork, we can almost hear the sounds of hooves clattering against cobblestones and feel the excitement permeating through every corner of this bustling port city.

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