Gifts associated with Trading Places - the East India Company and Asia 1600-1834, an Exhibition.



	Simon Mason’s 1745 treatise on the good and bad effects of tea is a typical example of the long medical debate over the new drink. A nice cup of tea may be the English answer to everything but not everyone was convinced when it first became available. Our range of gifts for the kitchen makes sure that the ‘good and bad effects’ are duly considered!
	Cooks Apron Ecru, 100% cotton, giftboxed £10 Tea-Shirt Ecru, 100% cotton, extra large, giftboxed £9.00 Tea Towel Ecru, 100% cotton £4.00 Mug Cream earthenware, giftboxed £6.00



	A handbill issued by a specialist dealer in London c.1800. The ‘Writers Necessaries’ handbill features a long list of items recommended for East India company staff on their first trip overseas. It is an interesting insight into the travelling requirements of a typical Gentleman. It includes a travelling-cap and a pair of pistols. Now, if you are travelling or just thinking about it, our stationery range captures the spirit of the times.
	A5 spiral bound notebook £5.00 Mousemat £8.00 Box of ten notecards £3.00