Allgemeines Adressbuch des Gewerbs- und Kaufmannsstandes der Schweiz

The Allgemeines Adressbuch des Gewerbs- und Kaufmannsstandes der Schweiz, compiled by Johann Frick in the mid-19th century, emerged as a vital reference tool during Switzerland's period of industrial expansion. Published to bridge the information gap between burgeoning merchant enterprises and the broader public, it served as a directory designed to facilitate trade and streamline the identification of various commercial and industrial entities across the Swiss cantons.

Johann Frick’s design approach focused on systematic categorization, aiming to provide a comprehensive and navigable resource for economic actors of the time. The work is representative of 19th-century administrative scholarship, prioritizing utility and granular detail. While it was primarily an instrument for commerce rather than a creative pursuit, the directory is now regarded by historians as a significant archival artifact that illustrates the structure and reach of the Swiss business landscape during its formative modern era.