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Murex shells, source of the purple dye traded by the Phoenicians in ancient times. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Marketplace of ancient Athens
Agora, or market area, of ancient Athens, with a backdrop of the Acropolis. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Native Americans friendship with William Penn
William Pennss treaty with Native Americans in Pennsylvania, 1680s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Walking Purchase land claim in colonial Pennsylvania
William Penns Walking Purchase agreement with Native Americans for as much land as a man could walk in 3 days. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Bedouin messenger racing across the desert on a camel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Insignia of the African Company, 1588
African Company arms, incorporated in London in 1588. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 16th-century illustration

Neon lights of Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Woman selling vegetables from stall in Tlacolula Market, Oaxaca Region, Mexico, North America

West Quay Shopping Centre, Southampton, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mauritania, Inchiri, The Railways of of the Goods Transport Station at Nouadhibou Port, showing carriages laiden down with goods ready for transportation to the container ships

Mali, Bamako. Dyeing and rinsing cotton cloth on the outskirts of Bamako with the imposing Bank of West Africa building dominating the skyline on the opposite bank of the Niger River

A woman sells vegetables at Bati market. Situated on top of the western scarp of the Abyssinian Rift, Bati is the largest open-air market in Ethiopia

Yemeni trader sells traditional daggers at his stall in old Sana a. Every male Yemeni wears a jambiya (a curved dagger) on a finely decorated belt

Curacao Rum Bottles, Willemstad, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Traditional pottery, market, Collioure, Pyrenees-Orientales, Cote Vermeille, France, Europe

Autumnal display of pumpkins against virginia creeper at organic farm shop, Low Sizergh Barn, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chocolate breasts in shop window, Bruges, Belgium, Europe

Shoe Repairer Cobbler Wife Child Trade Work Worker
A shoe repairer, USA, 19th century. From America Revisited: From The Bay of New York to The Gulf of Mexico, published 1886

Buyers Examining Samples Cotton Georgia USA Trade
Buyers examining samples of cotton, Georgia, USA, 19th century. From America Revisited: From The Bay of New York to The Gulf of Mexico, published 1886

Typical Country Store Virginia Social Life Customer
A typical country store in Virginia, USA in the 19th century. From America Revisited: From The Bay of New York to The Gulf of Mexico, published 1886

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Narrow street besides the Hanse House which is the only surviving Hansiatic warehouse in England

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A view across the harbour towards Plymouth Barbican

Weaver Weaving Loom Spinning Spinning Wheel 17th Century
A weaver at work on his loom and a man spinning in the 17th century. After a print by Jan Gillisz van Vliet

Coppersmith Coppersmiths Metal Work Metalworking
Coppersmiths at work in the 17th century. After a print by Jan Gillisz van Vliet

Billingsgate Market Fish Market Markets Trade
Billingsgate Market. Circa 1808. After a work by August Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson in the Microcosm of London, published in three volumes between 1808 and 1810 by Rudolph Ackermann

Corn Exchange Mark Lane Trade Trading Commerce
Corn Exchange, Mark Lane. Circa 1808. After a work by August Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson in the Microcosm of London, published in three volumes between 1808 and 1810 by Rudolph Ackermann

Coal Exchange Trade Trading Thomas Rowlandson
Coal Exchange. Circa 1808. After a work by August Pugin and Thomas Rowlandson in the Microcosm of London, published in three volumes between 1808 and 1810 by Rudolph Ackermann

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Canary Wharf tube station and Boris bikes

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Canary Wharf in winter at dusk

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Canary Wharf in winter at dusk

Dutch villagers in the early 17th century working at the town industry of rope making from locally grown hemp. After a print by Claes Jansz Visscher (II)

In the early 17th century English settlers in the Colony of Virginia trade with local Indians for the carcass of a deer. After a work by an unknown artist

Basket weaving in the 16th century. From The History of Progress in Great Britain, published 1866

Orange Packing at Redlands, California, USA. After a photo-chromolithograph by an unidentified photographer, published circa 1899 by the Detroit Photographic Co; Redlands, California

Woman spinning, 19th century. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

A Sheffield cutler, in the 19th century. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

The Cloth Hall in Leeds, 19th century. Buying and selling of cloth was done here. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

The cloth dresser. A cloth dresser was a skilled artisan who finished cloth. From an engraving by R. Havell issued in 1814 after a work by George Walker

An Iron Forge. From a print by Richard Earlom, after a painting by English artist Joseph Wright of Derby. 18th century

A Blacksmiths Shop. From a print by Richard Earlom, after a painting by English artist Joseph Wright of Derby. 18th century

Berwick Street Market, Soho, London, England. From The Spirit of London, published 1935

A peacock seller in India. Peacocks are sold for their meat and feathers. From a contemporary print, c. 1935; Artwork
A peacock seller in India. Peacocks are sold for their meat and feathers. From a contemporary print, c.1935; Artwork

A 19th century European print shop. After a late 19th century work

Interior of the Royal Exchange, Manchester, England. From The Business Encyclopedia and Legal Adviser, published 1920

Carrying pots to market in India. After a work by J. Macfarlane. From a contemporary print, c. 1935
Carrying pots to market in India. After a work by J. Macfarlane. From a contemporary print, c.1935

The New Oriental Bank and Share Market, Bombay, India, 1865. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

The wine warehousing area along the River Seine, Bercy, Paris, France, seen here during the 19th century. Warehouses for the blending of light wines, with those of Spain

The Illustrated London News 1948 The launch of the Blenheim, east Indiaman, 1600 tons Burthen at Newcastle Upon Tyne.THE " BLENHEIM" EAST IND1AMAN

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Trade: From Naive Haitian Paintings to Hand-painted Didgeridoos" Trade has been an integral part of human civilization, connecting cultures and shaping societies throughout history. From the vibrant streets of Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to the bustling Vucciria Market in Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Europe - trade has always thrived as a catalyst for cultural exchange. In the 1450s, Johannes Gutenberg's revolutionary printing press transformed communication and knowledge dissemination forever. This invention paved the way for intellectual progress and global trade expansion. Meanwhile, a Map of the City of Dublin from 1797 offers us a glimpse into how commerce shaped urban landscapes. The Pedro Miguel Locks at Panama Canal stand as a testament to mankind's determination to conquer nature's obstacles in pursuit of efficient trade routes. Central America became an essential hub connecting continents and fostering economic growth. Delving into culinary delights brought about by trade, Maltese goat cheese (Gbejniet) tantalizes taste buds with its unique flavors passed down through generations. Similarly, Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe in Melton Mowbray showcases England's rich tradition of pie-making that originated from local agricultural trade. From afar across oceans lie Polkanuggo Quarry in Stithians Cornwall or The Village of Kineton in Warwickshire—both capturing moments frozen in time where mining and agriculture played pivotal roles in regional economies during different eras. Spanish galleons sailing on vast seas evoke images of exploration and conquest intertwined with lucrative trading ventures that shaped empires. These vessels carried treasures from distant lands while forging connections between nations. Grand Place stands tall as Brussels' historic marketplace—a symbol not only for Belgium but also for Europe's thriving commercial centers throughout centuries past. It serves as a reminder that often at the heart of architectural marvels we admire today.