Merchants and artisans in Trebizond added value to raw undyed wool fabric and uncut gems by transforming these materials through dyeing, weaving, and crafting into finished goods that appealed to a broader market. They utilized local techniques and designs to create unique textiles and jewelry, enhancing their aesthetic and cultural value. Additionally, by strategically positioning Trebizond as a trade hub, they capitalized on the demand from both European and Asian markets, allowing them to command higher prices for their refined products. This combination of craftsmanship and strategic marketing enabled significant profits during trade.
yes they did because they needed to spread it round to eurpoe
Answer this question… A. Naval officers from Europe B. Muslim merchants from Arabia C. Gold traders from North Africa D. Nomadic people of the SaharaB
Merchants traded on the silk road, that is how all of the other cultures got what they needed. Say China had silk and Japan had rice, those two cultures would trade to get what they needed.
The six key elements of the fur trade in Canada circa 1600 were the merchants, the Natives, the beaver, birch bark canoes, the coureur de bois, and the fashions in Europe.
Finland is an independent country on the continent of Europe.
Merchants in Europe. Obviously.
There were many of the same jobs in the Ottoman Empire as existed in Europe at that time, such as soldiers (Janissaries), bankers, merchants, booksellers, grocers, artisans, government bureaucrats, and low-level manufacturers.
There were many of the same jobs in the Ottoman Empire as existed in Europe at that time, such as soldiers (Janissaries), bankers, merchants, booksellers, grocers, artisans, government bureaucrats, and low-level manufacturers.
The class of merchants and artisans known as the bourgeoisie soon took power from the rich and powerful families, particularly during the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance. This emerging middle class gained influence through trade, commerce, and craftsmanship, leading to significant economic and social changes. Their growing wealth allowed them to challenge the traditional aristocracy, ultimately contributing to political revolutions and the rise of democratic ideals in Europe.
They were very skilled craftworkers.
A monopoly on trade between the eastern Mediterranean and Europe was held by the merchants of: {| |- | Portugal Genoa and Venice Spain France |}
In the southern and Eastern Europe, people grew crops or raised sheep or goats. In northern Africa and southwesten Asia, some people were nomadic heeders of sheep, goats, and camels. Other were merchants & artisans.
cloth, spices, food...
merchants ran very sizable businesses also they dominated the town and grew very wealthy
In the 1100s, there was a new desire for learning that developed in Europe, especially in the towns. Farming was improving. Trade began to grow. So, towns along trade routes also expanded. Growing towns needed skilled artisans and merchants, and stronger governments. They needed systems of law and people to keep records. Schools began to educate the sons of wealthy merchants in more worldly subjects; church learning was not enough. With the entry of newly translated books from Spain and Italy, the quality of learning gradually advanced.
Genoa and Venice
Merchants, by selling food and goods, attracted people to move to the towns. The Medieval period is also known as the Middle Ages.