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Corn Market Collection

The corn market has long been a vital aspect of various cities and towns throughout history

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Kornmarkt, Wetzlar, Lahn, Lahn valley, Westerwald, Taunus, Hesse, Germany

Kornmarkt, Wetzlar, Lahn, Lahn valley, Westerwald, Taunus, Hesse, Germany

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Statue in Kornmarkt, Limburg, Hesse, Germany

Statue in Kornmarkt, Limburg, Hesse, Germany

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Plan of the City and Castle of Edinburgh in 1742 (engraving)

Plan of the City and Castle of Edinburgh in 1742 (engraving)
5202844 Plan of the City and Castle of Edinburgh in 1742 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the City and Castle of Edinburgh in 1742)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: View in Haarlem, the Corn Market (engraving)

View in Haarlem, the Corn Market (engraving)
2791222 View in Haarlem, the Corn Market (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View in Haarlem, the Corn Market)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: London Sketches, the Corn Market, Mark-Lane (engraving)

London Sketches, the Corn Market, Mark-Lane (engraving)
2773654 London Sketches, the Corn Market, Mark-Lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Sketches, the Corn Market, Mark-Lane)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: The Queens Visit to Derby (engraving)

The Queens Visit to Derby (engraving)
1603182 The Queens Visit to Derby (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Derby. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 May 1891)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: The Queen at Derby (engraving)

The Queen at Derby (engraving)
1603178 The Queen at Derby (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen at Derby. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 May 1891)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: The Corn Exchange, Mark-Lane (engraving)

The Corn Exchange, Mark-Lane (engraving)
1587106 The Corn Exchange, Mark-Lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Corn Exchange, Mark-Lane)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: The Corn Market Colchester Essex, from a drawing by W Bartlett 1831 (litho)

The Corn Market Colchester Essex, from a drawing by W Bartlett 1831 (litho)
6012406 The Corn Market Colchester Essex, from a drawing by W Bartlett 1831 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Corn Market Colchester Essex)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Hostilities with the Arab Tribes of East Africa (b / w photo)

Hostilities with the Arab Tribes of East Africa (b / w photo)
1100432 Hostilities with the Arab Tribes of East Africa (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hostilities with the Arab Tribes of East Africa)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Corn Market, afterwards the Cheese Market (engraving)

Corn Market, afterwards the Cheese Market (engraving)
2791796 Corn Market, afterwards the Cheese Market (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corn Market, afterwards the Cheese Market)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: The Corn Market, Colchester, Essex (engraving)

The Corn Market, Colchester, Essex (engraving)
981388 The Corn Market, Colchester, Essex (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Corn Market, Colchester, Essex)

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Worcester WR1 2 Map

Worcester WR1 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Worcester WR1 2

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Test Valley SO51 8 Map

Test Valley SO51 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SO51 8

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Calderdale HX1 1 Map

Calderdale HX1 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Calderdale HX1 1

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Derby DE1 1 Map

Derby DE1 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Derby DE1 1

Background imageCorn Market Collection: UK Maps, CA Carlisle, CA11 7

UK Maps, CA Carlisle, CA11 7
CA11 7

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Former Post Office building on the Korenmarkt (Corn Market), Ghent, Flanders, Belgium

Former Post Office building on the Korenmarkt (Corn Market), Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, Europe

Background imageCorn Market Collection: Timber-framed house on Corn Market Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Timber-framed house on Corn Market Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe


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The corn market has long been a vital aspect of various cities and towns throughout history. From the bustling streets of Limburg, Hesse in Germany to the grandeur of Edinburgh's Castle in 1742, this agricultural trade has shaped communities far and wide. Engravings capture glimpses into these vibrant markets, such as the lively scene depicted in Haarlem's Corn Market. London Sketches take us back to Mark-Lane, where traders eagerly exchanged their goods. Even royalty couldn't resist the allure of these markets, with engravings showcasing both The Queen's Visit to Derby and her presence at The Corn Exchange in Mark-Lane. Traveling further back in time, we discover an intriguing lithograph by W Bartlett from 1831 capturing Colchester Essex's Corn Market. This snapshot transports us to a bygone era when commerce thrived amidst architectural marvels. However, not all stories told through images are cheerful ones. Hostilities with Arab Tribes of East Africa remind us that even within peaceful trading hubs like corn markets, conflicts can arise. One engraving stands out among them all - the transformation of a Corn Market into a Cheese Market. This metamorphosis symbolizes how industries evolve over time while still preserving their essence. As we explore maps like Worcester WR1 2 Map today, it is fascinating to see how these historic corn markets have left their mark on modern landscapes. They serve as reminders that agriculture remains an integral part of our society despite technological advancements. Whether it be statues or engravings capturing scenes from centuries ago or contemporary maps guiding our way through present-day cities and towns - the corn market continues its legacy as a cornerstone of economic activity across diverse cultures and eras.