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Canvas Print : Linen Draper, Benjamin Watkinson, trade card. (engraving)
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Linen Draper, Benjamin Watkinson, trade card. (engraving)
983954 Linen Draper, Benjamin Watkinson, trade card. (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Linen Draper, Benjamin Watskinson, trade card.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22621000
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Activities Business Business Enterprises Businesses Cheapside Corporations Drapers Drapery Free Trade Goods Transport King Street Linen Draper Occupations Promotional Retail Retailing Shops Trade Card Trade Cards Trades Adverisements Adverting Advertise Advertisers Advertising Company Advertisment Advertizing
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring historical charm into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the Linen Draper, Benjamin Watkinson trade card. This exquisite 18th-century engraving by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder showcases the intricate details of Benjamin Watkinson's trade card, transporting you back in time. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your decor with this captivating piece of art, perfect for enhancing any room in your home.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This 18th-century trade card showcases the bustling world of commerce in London. The engraving depicts Benjamin Watkinson, a prominent Linen Draper, proudly presenting his wares to potential customers. With its intricate details and vibrant colors, this print offers a glimpse into the thriving retail industry of the time. Located on King Street in Cheapside, Watkinson's shop stands as a testament to the importance of trade during this era. The card serves as both an advertisement and a symbol of status for his business enterprise. In an age where goods transport was still evolving and corporations were gaining power, such promotional materials played a crucial role in attracting clientele. The image captures not only Watkinson's occupation but also the lively atmosphere surrounding it. People from all walks of life can be seen engaging with various shops along the street, highlighting the diverse range of activities that took place within these bustling commercial hubs. As we admire this enchanting piece from our private collection, we are reminded of how advertising has evolved over time. While modern advertisements may differ greatly from those depicted here, they share a common goal: to entice consumers and promote businesses. Through this remarkable engraving by an anonymous English artist, we are transported back to an era when trade cards like these were essential tools for merchants seeking success in London's competitive market.
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