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CHICAGO: MOVIE THEATER. An air conditioned movie theater in Chicago, Illinois
CHICAGO: MOVIE THEATER.
An air conditioned movie theater in Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by John Vachon, July 1940
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Media ID 13645242
1940 Box Office Chicago Entertainment Movie Theater Polar Bear Sign Vachon Air Conditioner
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step into the magic of the past with our Chicago Movie Theater Poster Print by Granger, NYC from Granger Art on Demand. This captivating photograph, taken in July 1940 by John Vachon, showcases an air-conditioned movie theater in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. Transport yourself back in time as you relive the nostalgic experience of going to the movies in this classic setting. Add this stunning piece to your home or office decor and enjoy the timeless charm of the big screen. #Chicago #MovieTheater #Vintage #GrangerArtOnDemand
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 39.3cm x 59.4cm (15.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the summer of 1940, where a bustling movie theater in Chicago, Illinois offered respite from the sweltering heat. This photograph by John Vachon captures both the exterior and interior of this air-conditioned haven for entertainment enthusiasts. On the outside, a vibrant neon sign proudly announces 'CHICAGO: MOVIE THEATER, ' drawing passersby with its alluring glow. The marquee showcases an array of films that were likely popular during that era, inviting moviegoers to escape into another world for a few hours. Inside, we catch a glimpse of men and women dressed in their finest attire - an ode to the fashion trends of mid-20th century America. As they eagerly line up at the box office, anticipation fills the air as they await their turn to enter this cinematic sanctuary. The image also reveals glimpses of daily life during this period; people chatting animatedly or enjoying refreshments from concession stands adorned with images of polar bears – perhaps serving as mascots for cooling down amidst scorching temperatures. This photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to how entertainment has evolved over decades. It reminds us that even then, movies held immense power to transport audiences into different worlds while providing much-needed relief from everyday life.
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