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Weaver and Mercer, John Crozier, trade card (engraving)
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Weaver and Mercer, John Crozier, trade card (engraving)
984027 Weaver and Mercer, John Crozier, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weaver and Mercer, John Crozier, trade card.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22621028
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Activities Business Business Enterprises Businesses Cartouche Corporations Crepe Dealer Free Trade Goods Transport Materials Mercer Merchants Occupations Promotional Retail Retailing Seller Shops Silks Spitalfields Trade Card Trade Cards Trades Vendor Weaver Wholesalers Adverisements Adverting Advertise Advertisers Advertising Company Advertisment Advertizing Merchant Occupation Turks Head
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This 18th-century trade card captures the bustling world of Weaver and Mercer, John Crozier. The intricately engraved print showcases a vibrant scene from Spitalfields, London, where the merchant's shop was located. In this snapshot of history, we catch a glimpse of the diverse activities that took place in this hub of commerce. The card prominently displays an array of exquisite quilted coats and clothes made from luxurious materials such as crepe and silk. It serves as a promotional tool for Crozier's business, enticing potential customers with his high-quality merchandise. The cartouche surrounding the central image proudly bears the name "John Crozier" emphasizing his reputation as a trusted vendor. The streets are alive with various tradespeople going about their daily occupations. Weavers diligently work on their looms while merchants engage in lively transactions with eager shoppers. This vivid depiction highlights not only the thriving retail industry but also the interconnectedness between different businesses in Spitalfields. Transporting goods is an essential aspect of these enterprises, evident by carts loaded with merchandise traversing Widegate Street. The presence of corporations and free trade further underscores the economic significance of this bustling district. Through this enchanting engraving, we are transported back to early 18th-century London—a time when skilled artisans like John Crozier played pivotal roles in shaping both fashion trends and commercial landscapes alike.
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