Where was the leading producer of prints before 1500?
Venice
Paris
Rome
Florence
Answer
Venice was the leading producer of prints before 1500 because of its central location in the Mediterranean, its strong merchant class, and its tradition of fine craftsmanship. Venice was a crossroads for trade between Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and its merchants were eager to import new technologies and ideas. The city's skilled craftsmen were able to produce high-quality prints that were in high demand throughout Europe.
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