Handelsetiket van lakenkoopmannen Pierre & Abraham Cornabé uit Leiden 1753

This etching by Jan Wandelaar, created in 1753, depicts a scene of trade between merchants, possibly in a port city. The print features a group of figures engaged in an exchange, with a crate marked "CARGO DE ORO" (Cargo of Gold) and a ship in the background. The scene is a testament to the prominent role of trade in the 18th century, particularly in the Netherlands, and provides a visual glimpse into the commercial practices of the era. The etching was likely commissioned by the Cornabé family as a form of advertisement, highlighting their involvement in the lucrative trade of imported goods.