Buying Collection

Vucciria Market, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Europe

A Street Scene in Cairo, by Charles Robertson (1844-1891)

Houses for Sale 1920S
Semi-detached houses for sale, freehold or leasehold (from only 440 each), on Goodwyn Avenue, part of the Mill Hill Garden Estate, north London."

Fat Geese! by Lawson Wood
A cheeky young lad chuckles to himself after placing a sign for fattened geese on the posterior of a rather plump lady who is herself choosing which goose to buy for her Christmas dinner. Date: 1909

L Papa and Sons ice cream vendor in Gravesend, Kent. 1939

Bloomingdales, New York, USA

Carnaby Street, London, England, UK

A Satire of the Folly of Tulip Mania (oil on panel)
BAL225541 A Satire of the Folly of Tulip Mania (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Jan the Younger (1601-78); 26x32.2 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright

TUPPERWARE PARTY, 1950s. A Tupperware party in an American home. Advertising photograph, 1950

The Emperor Stradivarius violin
The famous Emperor Stradivarius violin, dating from 1715. It was bought by the violinist and composer Jan Kubelik in 1910 for 10, 000 -- the highest price paid for a violin to that date. "

Charminar, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh state, India, Asia

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

Signs in Getreidegasse, the main shopping street, Salzburg, Austria, Europe

Souvenir house shaped refrigerator magnets, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe

Tourists, Taormina, Sicily, Italy, Europe

Weekly market in Bati, the largest outside Addis Ababa, Northern Highlands, Ethiopia, Africa

Borough Market 1864
The new Borough market is full of people buying their vegetables

Colourful designs for sale along Jolly Beach, Antigua, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Tulips for sale in the Bloemenmarkt (flower market), Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe

Christkindelsmarkt (Christ Childs Market) (Christmas Market), Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market), Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany, Europe

Traditional Turkish fezes and postcards for sale, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Leadenhall Market, City of London, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Watercress Girls / 1882
Watercress girls buying their stock at Farringdon Market in London

Stalls in the street market held every Sunday in Ile sur la Sorgue, Provence, France, Europe

Old Town Square at Christmas time and Old Town Hall, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Gendarmen markt Christmas market and Konzert Haus, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Gendarmen markt Christmas market and Franz Dom, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Gentleman Buying Necktie
A gentleman chooses a tie to purchase

War Bonds Poster Wwi
World War One poster encouraging the public to do their bit by buying National war bonds to help fund the war effort

Irish emigrants leaving Queenstown (Cobh), the port for Cork, for the United States - 1874. Some a buying last-minute trinkets and good luck tokens

Souvenir refrigerator magnets, Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe

Patriotic poster, Buy British, keep the home fires burning
Patriotic poster, Buy British campaign -- Buy British and keep the home fires burning. Part of a government campaign to tackle a balance of payments crisis

England, London, Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809
England, 19th century. London. Wedgwood and Byerley Shop, 1809

New York Stock Exchange trading, 1980s C016 / 2381
New York Stock Exchange trading. Banners and computer workstations on the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

Traditional Turkish decorative pottery for sale, Grand Bazaar (Great Bazaar), Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Street Market Food, Fine Sausages Date: 18th century

Livestock auction, Romford Market, Essex
A livestock auction at Romford Market, Essex. Date: circa 1930s

Snail seller in Pompeii (chromolitho)
1094359 Snail seller in Pompeii (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snail seller in Pompeii)

A customer inspects a haggis, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

Market square, Mafeking, South Africa
Market square in Mafeking (Mahikeng, Mafikeng), NW Province, South Africa, with people and stalls, with shops in the distance. Date: circa 1910s

Antiques market, Bromyard, Herefordshire
People at an antiques market in Bromyard, Herefordshire. Date: 1969

Queen Alexandra and Crown Prince Olav, London
Queen Alexandra (1844-1925) and her grandson, Crown Prince Olav of Norway (1903-1991), leaving the newly opened Whiteleys Store in Bayswater, West London

General Store at Orphan Homes of Scotland, Bridge of Weir
The general store at the Orphan Homes of Scotland, Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire. Jars of sweets feature prominently on its shelves

Horses and people at Barnet Fair
Horses waiting for a new owner at Barnet Fair, north London

Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, California, United States of America, North America

Worry dolls, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, Central America

City Centre Doha Mall, the largest of the Middle Easts shopping malls with over 350 shops and an ice skating rink, Doha, Qatar, Middle East

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"Exploring the Vibrant Markets of Europe: From the Vucciria Market in Palermo, Sicily to the Souks of Cairo" Immerse yourself in the bustling streets of Europe as you wander through the vibrant Vucciria Market in Palermo, Sicily. The aroma of freshly caught seafood and colorful displays of local produce will tempt your senses, inviting you to indulge in a true culinary adventure. Transporting us back in time, Charles Robertson's masterpiece "A Street Scene in Cairo" captures the essence of an ancient city where bartering and they were part of everyday life. As we admire this painting, we can almost hear the merchants' calls echoing through narrow alleyways. In Lawson Wood's whimsical artwork "Fat Geese. ", we are reminded that sometimes it's not just goods but also laughter that money can buy. This delightful scene transports us to a simpler time when joy could be found even amidst daily transactions. Step into history with a glimpse into 19th-century Cairo at Khan el-Khalili souk's entrance. Here, exotic treasures awaited eager buyers who sought unique trinkets from distant lands - a testament to how trade has connected cultures throughout centuries. The Emperor Stradivarius violin reminds us that some purchases transcend mere material value. Crafted by Antonio Stradivari himself, this instrument represents both exquisite craftsmanship and an investment for those who appreciate timeless beauty and exceptional sound. Traveling back further still, let's explore houses for sale during the roaring 1920s. These architectural gems tell stories of changing times and dreams realized within their walls – each purchase marking a new chapter for families seeking stability or investors chasing prosperity. During challenging times like World War II, L Papa and Sons ice cream vendor brought smiles to faces on Gravesend streets. Their sweet treats served as small moments of happiness amid adversity – proof that even simple pleasures hold immeasurable worth.