Exterieur van de winkel van Antonio Vallardi te Milaan 1843 - 1863

This print shows the exterior of Antonio Vallardi's shop in Milan, rendered by Filippo Naymiller in the nineteenth century. Vallardi's establishment was known for producing and selling gilded wooden frames, along with prints and maps. The image captures a bustling street scene, filled with figures dressed in the fashion of the time, suggesting a thriving commerce. But beyond this facade of prosperity, what stories lie hidden? Who had access to art and cartography at this moment in time? How did class and gender shape these experiences? Naymiller offers us a glimpse into the cultural landscape of 19th-century Milan, one that invites us to reflect on the relationship between commerce, culture, and society. This print not only captures a physical place but also hints at the complex social dynamics at play within it.