Art and curiosities: the history of souvenirs

Art and curiosities: the history of souvenirs

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Holiday souvenirs are not a modern invention. Even 300 years ago, souvenirs were very popular with travellers. / © Getty Images, Unsplash

Boxes full of souvenirs: around 300 years ago, young English aristocrats went on the "Grand Tour". They collected souvenirs from their travels and turned them into a trend. Selfies were also popular back then – just in a different way.

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