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Fine Art Print : London Trade Card - Mrs Holts Italian Warehouse
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London Trade Card - Mrs Holts Italian Warehouse
London Trade Card - Mrs Holts Italian Warehouse at the two Olive Posts in the Strand. Selling Italian silks, satins, velvets, damasks, fans, hats, as well as various Italian foodstuffs.
18th century
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Media ID 14386575
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Business Cargo Cloth Commerce Docks Export Fans Florence Foodstuffs Genoa Holt Loading Naples Olive Plank Posts Quay Quayside Silks Strand Textile Textiles Tradeswoman Tradeswomen Venice Warehouse Wares Damasks Leghorn Satins Velvets
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant world of 18th century London with this exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the bustling scene at Mrs. Holt's Italian Warehouse, located at the Olive Posts in the Strand. This captivating image transports you back in time, where the aroma of Italian foodstuffs wafts through the air, and the rich textures of silks, satins, velvets, and damasks fill the space. Delight in the intricate details of this beautifully preserved trade card, a testament to the rich cultural exchange that once thrived in the heart of London. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 50.8cm (14.8" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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1. Title: "Mrs. Holt's Italian Warehouse: A Hub of International Trade in 18th Century London" This evocative image captures the bustling scene at Mrs. Holt's Italian Warehouse, located at the Olive Posts in the Strand during the 18th century. The two olive posts, prominent in the background, served as important landmarks for merchants and traders, marking the quayside where ships from Genoa, Leghorn, Naples, Venice, and Florence would dock, bringing with them a wealth of Italian goods. Mrs. Holt's establishment was a thriving business, renowned for its diverse offerings of Italian silks, satins, velvets, damasks, fans, hats, and various Italian foodstuffs. The textiles, imported from the major Italian cities, were highly sought after for their exquisite designs and fine quality. The foodstuffs, including olives, cheeses, pastas, and other delicacies, added to the vibrant and enticing atmosphere of the warehouse. The scene is filled with activity, as workers load cargo from the ships onto the planks, ready for transportation to the warehouse. The energy and excitement of international commerce is palpable, with the sounds of haggling, the clanging of metal, and the bustle of people moving about. The warehouse itself, with its open doors, invites passersby to explore its wares and indulge in the flavors and textures of Italy. This photograph is a testament to the rich and diverse trade relationships that existed between London and Italy during the 18th century, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the women, like Mrs. Holt, who capitalized on these connections to build successful businesses.
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