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Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering...a Catalogue...1876. Creator: Melton Prior
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Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering...a Catalogue...1876. Creator: Melton Prior
Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering to President Grant a Catalogue of the British Department, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876. Colonel Sandford appears in his military uniform, handing the volume over to [the President]: the British Minister at Washington, Sir Edward Thornton, likewise in uniform, stands behind Colonel Sandford. The Emperor and Empress of Brazil are in the left-hand foreground'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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This black and white image, titled "Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering a Catalogue to President Grant from a sketch by our special artist, 1876," is a historical snapshot of an important cultural moment in American and international history. The photograph, created by renowned English artist Melton Prior for the "Illustrated London News," captures the essence of diplomacy and international camaraderie during the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. In the foreground, Colonel Herbert B. Sandford, the British Commissioner to the Centennial Exhibition, is seen in his military uniform, handing a catalog over to President Ulysses S. Grant. Colonel Sandford's impeccable attire is a testament to the formal nature of the occasion. Behind him stands Sir Edward Thornton, the British Minister at Washington, also in uniform. The imperial couple of Brazil, Emperor Pedro II and Empress Teresa Cristina, are present in the left-hand foreground, adding an air of grandeur to the scene. The Emperor, dressed in a resplendent military uniform, is seen gesturing towards the catalog, while the Empress, elegantly dressed in a flowing gown, looks on. The image is a fascinating glimpse into the fashion and apparel of the time, with the intricate details of the uniforms and dresses on display. The event, which marked the centenary of American independence, brought together nations from around the world to showcase their achievements in various fields, making it a significant moment in the cultural history of both America and the international community. This engraving, a work of art in itself, captures the spirit of the occasion and the diplomatic exchanges that took place during this grand celebration.
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