Buyer Collection

Merchant in a fur coat, 1920. Artist: Kustodiev, Boris Michaylovich (1878-1927)
Merchant in a fur coat, 1920. Found in the collection of Regional W. Wereshchagin Art Museum, Mykolaiv

Entrance to the Khan el-Khalili souk in Cairo, in the 19th century, from El
KW478317 Entrance to the Khan el-Khalili souk in Cairo, in the 19th century, from El Mundo Ilustrado, published Barcelona, 1880 (litho) by European School

Lady Anne Blunt, traveller in Arabia and the Middle East
Lady Anne Blunt, 15th Baroness Wentworth (1837-1917), English traveller in Arabia and the Middle East, buyer and breeder of Arab horses. circa 1860s

MARMON 68 AND 78 1926
Marmon 68 and 78 offered to the discrimating Italian buyer - a Mafia godfather, maybe

Auctioneer on a Christmas and New Year card, with a lot of financial puns in the verse. Date: circa 1890s

Regency traders, buyers (Bulls) and sellers (Bears), at the Stock Exchange, London
FLO4619125 Regency traders, buyers (Bulls) and sellers (Bears), at the Stock Exchange, London, when Billy Wright's famous brown pony was brought on the trading floor

Horse-Sale, 1916. Creator: Gunnar August Hallström
Horse-Sale, 1916

Lexington Market, Baltimore, Maryland, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Lexington Market, Baltimore, Maryland, between 1900 and 1910

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Sales rooms at the Elysée Palace, in 1797, current 8th arrondissement, 1797. Creator: Jacques-Albert Senave
Sales rooms at the Elysee Palace, in 1797, current 8th arrondissement, 1797

Flower Power
Peter Walmsley

The Consumer, Covent Garden Market, London, by Hablot K Browne (Phiz) Date: 1862

Horse Dealers, 1918 (oil on canvas)
2823384 Horse Dealers, 1918 (oil on canvas) by Bevan, Robert Polhill (1865-1925); 48x66 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Civilised and Uncivilised--An Illicit... 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Civilised and Uncivilised--An Illicit Diamond Buyer and his victims, 1890

Fol. 72v The Butcher s: Selling Mutton, illustration from Tacuinum Santiatis (vellum)
ALI142967 Fol.72v The Butcher s: Selling Mutton, illustration from Tacuinum Santiatis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Private Collection; Alinari

The Slipper Merchant, 1872 (oil on canvas)
WLT206783 The Slipper Merchant, 1872 (oil on canvas) by Villegas y Cordero, Jose (1844-1921); 48.3x65 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA

A Cloth Merchant Measuring Cloth (fresco)
XIR154618 A Cloth Merchant Measuring Cloth (fresco) by Italian School, (15th century); Castello di Issogne, Val d Aosta, Italy; (add.info.: detail of a draper measuring a piece of fabric; )

The Vegetable Market (fresco) (detail)
XIR155318 The Vegetable Market (fresco) (detail) by Italian School, (15th century); Castello di Issogne, Val d Aosta, Italy

The Art Dealer, 1884 (oil on canvas)
OVR371684 The Art Dealer, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Jahn, H. (fl.1884); 29x34 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kunsthandleren; ); Photo © O. Vaering

It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer, Proverbs XX, 14 (engraving)
5218603 It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer, Proverbs XX, 14 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer)

Pictures of London by a French Artist, III (engraving)
1053084 Pictures of London by a French Artist, III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pictures of London by a French Artist, III)

Fol. 53v Preparation and Sale of Thyme, illustration from Tacuinum Santiatis Codex Vindobonensis (vellum)
ALI142990 Fol.53v Preparation and Sale of Thyme, illustration from Tacuinum Santiatis Codex Vindobonensis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Law Sakes Alive! What are you Doing, Baby?, c. 1872 (oil on linen)
NYH149730 Law Sakes Alive! What are you Doing, Baby?, c.1872 (oil on linen) by Markham, Charles Cole (1837-1907); 113.6x149 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Interior View of The Colonna Gallery, Rome (oil on canvas)
PWI91022 Interior View of The Colonna Gallery, Rome (oil on canvas) by Pannini or Panini, Giovanni Paolo (1691/2-1765); Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; Italian, out of copyright

Nova 2644 fol. 56v The sale of dried figs, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum)
ALI142950 Nova 2644 fol.56v The sale of dried figs, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

A Horse Sale at Hopkinss Repository, Barbican, c. 1798-1800 (pen
XYC238966 A Horse Sale at Hopkinss Repository, Barbican, c.1798-1800 (pen, ink and w/c on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 27x40 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Prospective Buyers Tour to Hialeah, 1922 (b / w photo)
MIA198500 Prospective Buyers Tour to Hialeah, 1922 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); HistoryMiami, Florida

Market Scene (oil on canvas)
SAG186668 Market Scene (oil on canvas) by Bryant, Henry Charles (fl.1860-80); Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust, UK; eSheffield Galleries and Museums Trust; Photo eMuseums Sheffield; English

The Brush Maker (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF137048 The Brush Maker (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Selling to a Gentleman: Clearing a Fence (oil on canvas)
CH401428 Selling to a Gentleman: Clearing a Fence (oil on canvas) by Walker, J. F. (1857-89); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Estate Auction, 1903 (oil on canvas)
2619040 The Estate Auction, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Spielter, Carl Johann (1851-1922); 70x100.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: ); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Reproduction of a poster advertising A La Place Clichy
STC138582 Reproduction of a poster advertising A La Place Clichy, a shop specialising in Oriental goods, 1891 (colour litho) by Grasset

Nova 2644 fol. 92r The sale of sugar, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum)
ALI142941 Nova 2644 fol.92r The sale of sugar, from Tacuinum Sanitatis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Fol. 62v Selling Salt, illustration from Tacuinum Santiatis Codex Vindobonensis (vellum)
ALI142980 Fol.62v Selling Salt, illustration from Tacuinum Santiatis Codex Vindobonensis (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; Alinari

The Horse Trader, 1816 (w / c and ink on paper)
BSA266823 The Horse Trader, 1816 (w/c and ink on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 19x42 cm; Private Collection; eThe British Sporting Art Trust; English, out of copyright

Sale of the Aguado gallery, 1843 (engraving)
REV382359 Sale of the Aguado gallery, 1843 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: vente de la galerie Aguado; Alexandre Aguado (1784-1842)

Sketches at Aldridges Horse Repository, St Martin s-Lane (engraving)
1624456 Sketches at Aldridges Horse Repository, St Martin s-Lane (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Aldridges Horse Repository, St Martin s-Lane)

Postcard booklet, selling bright leaf tobacco, USA
Postcard booklet, selling bright leaf tobacco, Dixieland, USA. Date: 1937

The Old Hunters Revolt (chromolitho)
1063951 The Old Hunters Revolt (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Hunters Revolt)

The Fish Hall at the Central Market, 1881 (oil on canvas)
CH402618 The Fish Hall at the Central Market, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 83.1x119.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Night Market in Antwerp (oil on panel)
CH402161 Night Market in Antwerp (oil on panel) by Schendel, Petrus van (1806-70); 77x59.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright

Fair (engraving)
3646952 Fair (engraving) by Strauch, Georg (1613-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fair. Illustration from unidentified late 19th century history book)

The Vicar selling his horse, illustration from The Vicar of Wakefield
PT309565 The Vicar selling his horse, illustration from The Vicar of Wakefield by Oliver Goldsmith, pub. Ackermann, 1817 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Rowlandson

Buyer and cellar; cartoon (coloured engraving)
607567 Buyer and cellar; cartoon (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buyer and cellar; cartoon); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Luman Reed (1785-1836) 1835 (oil on canvas)
NYH150016 Luman Reed (1785-1836) 1835 (oil on canvas) by Durand, Asher Brown (1796-1886); 76.2x63.5 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American

A poor Arab refuses to sell his mare to a rich buyer when he discovers the buyer is European
6337372 A poor Arab refuses to sell his mare to a rich buyer when he discovers the buyer is European by English School, (19th century); (add.info)

Mary Creed, aged 14, selling cigars, c. 1930 (b / w photo)
872444 Mary Creed, aged 14, selling cigars, c.1930 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Pictures of London by a French artist (engraving)
606985 Pictures of London by a French artist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pictures of London by a French artist; subjects include a shopwalker)

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"The Art of Buying: Exploring the Rich History and Diverse Characters" Step back in time as we enter the bustling Khan el-Khalili souk in 19th century Cairo, where buyers from all walks of life engage in vibrant trade. In a captivating painting by Boris Michaylovich Kustodiev, a merchant adorned in a luxurious fur coat captures our attention. His confident demeanor hints at his expertise in catering to discerning buyers. Lady Anne Blunt, an intrepid traveler through Arabia and the Middle East, embodies the spirit of adventure that often accompanies buying. Her encounters with local markets unveil hidden treasures and cultural exchanges. Transport yourself to 1926 as you marvel at the sleek elegance of Marmon 68 and 78 automobiles. These vehicles symbolize not only luxury but also the desires and aspirations of their eager buyers. The auctioneer on a Christmas and New Year card reminds us of the excitement that fills the air during bidding wars. Buyers eagerly compete for coveted items while creating memories that last a lifetime. Covent Garden Market's vibrant atmosphere comes alive as "The Consumer" navigates through stalls bursting with fresh produce. The buyer becomes an integral part of this lively ecosystem, supporting local farmers and nourishing communities. In Adolph Tuck's intricate card designs, we witness how artistry meets commerce. Buyers seek out these beautifully crafted cards to convey heartfelt messages or commemorate special occasions. Brokers diligently working together come into focus through a colorful engraving from centuries past. Their collaboration ensures smooth transactions between buyers and sellers, fostering trust within economic systems. Journeying further back in time reveals gold fields beckoning adventurous souls seeking fortune amidst uncertainty. The allure is palpable as both civilized society and those living on its fringes converge around this precious resource. Even medieval times witnessed bustling marketplaces like Tacuinum Santiatis' illustration portrays - here butchers skillfully sell mutton to eager buyers, showcasing the timeless relationship between buyer and seller.