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Assembly of the Provostship of the Merchants of Paris, 1528
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Assembly of the Provostship of the Merchants of Paris, 1528
Assembly of the Provostship of the Merchants of Paris, 1528. Dignitaries sit on an elevated bench while the Secretary and his Clerk put the business of the meeting before them. Records are being kept(centre left), money is being paid out (centre), and in the foreground merchants are gathered, all wearing a badge bearing an image of a sailing ship on their sleeves. From Ordonnances Royaux del la Prevote des Marchands et Eschevinage de la Ville de Paris. (Paris, 1528)
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Assembly Badge Business Businessman Clerk Commerce Dignitary Insignia Meeting Merchant Money Secretary Ann Ronan Pictures
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This print takes us back to the bustling city of Paris in the year 1528. The scene depicts an important gathering known as the Assembly of the Provostship of the Merchants, a meeting that held great significance for trade and commerce during this era. In the image, dignitaries are seated on an elevated bench, their robes exuding authority and power. The Secretary and his Clerk stand before them, presenting business matters for discussion. Records are diligently being kept nearby, ensuring accurate documentation of decisions made. The central focus reveals a fascinating insight into financial transactions of the time. Money is being paid out amidst a sea of merchants who have gathered together wearing badges adorned with an image of a sailing ship on their sleeves. This symbolizes their association with maritime trade and highlights their occupation as businessmen involved in commerce. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from history, it becomes evident that every detail has been carefully captured by an unknown artist through woodcut technique. From the intricately designed robes to the expressions on each individual's face, this print offers us a glimpse into sixteenth-century Parisian society. With its monochrome aesthetic and attention to detail, this print serves as both a historical record and a work of art. It transports us back in time to witness firsthand how business was conducted centuries ago in one of Europe's most vibrant cities - Paris.
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