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Poster Print : Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: A Persian taking his Comforter (b / w photo)
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Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: A Persian taking his Comforter (b / w photo)
6012763 Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: A Persian taking his Comforter (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Persian taking his Comforter. Illustration for The Magic City, a Massive Portfolio of Original Photographic Views of the Great Worlds Fair edited by J W Buel (Historical Publishing, 1894).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23600668
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1492 1893 Anniversary Birthday Birthday Party Chicago Chicago Columbian Exposition Chicago Worlds Fair Columbus Edhibitions Exhibited Exhibitors New World The Worlds Columbian Exposition The Worlds Fair World Exhibition Comforter
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Chicago World's Fair, 1893: A Persian taking his Comforter poster print. This classic black and white photograph, taken by an American photographer of the 19th century, captures a moment of intrigue and culture clash at the iconic World's Fair. The Persian figure, with a thoughtful expression, engages with his comforter against the backdrop of the bustling fair. Add this unique piece to your decor for an enriching and thought-provoking conversation starter. Part of our Media Storehouse range of high-quality poster prints, expertly reproduced from the original Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.8cm x 42cm (18.4" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the Chicago World's Fair of 1893, a momentous event in history. The image showcases a Persian gentleman taking solace in his comforter amidst the bustling fairgrounds. The photographer, an anonymous American artist from the 19th century, beautifully captures this intimate scene within a grand exhibition. This particular photograph was featured as an illustration for "The Magic City" an extensive portfolio of original photographic views of the Great World's Fair edited by J. W. Buel and published in 1894. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to a world where cultures converge and marvels unfold. The Chicago World's Fair marked the anniversary of Columbus' arrival in the New World in 1492, making it both historically significant and celebratory. Through this lens, we witness not only the historical importance of this event but also its ability to bring people together from all corners of the globe. Exhibitors from around the world flocked to Chicago to showcase their innovations and cultural treasures. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst grand celebrations like birthday parties or exhibitions, there is always room for personal moments of reflection and tranquility. It encapsulates both history unfolding before our eyes and individual stories woven into its fabric. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, we can still appreciate these glimpses into our past that continue to inspire awe and curiosity about our shared human experience at events like the Chicago World
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