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Chicago Worlds Fair - Fort Dearborn
Chicago Worlds Fair - Fort Dearborn - Figures of Indians attacking Men. Part of Box 282 Boswell Collection - Chicago Exposition. Date: 1893
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1893 Attacking Chicago Dearborn Exposition Figures Fort Indians
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
_Bring a piece of history into your home with our Chicago Worlds Fair - Fort Dearborn Framed Print. This captivating image, sourced from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, showcases a dramatic scene from the 1893 Chicago Exposition. Depicting figures of Indians attacking men near Fort Dearborn, this print offers an intriguing glimpse into the past. Our high-quality framed prints are carefully crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original image, making it a stunning addition to any room. Order yours today and embark on a journey through time._
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lantern slide depicts a dramatic scene from the Chicago World's Fair of 1893, specifically at Fort Dearborn. The image captures a moment of conflict between Native American figures and European settlers. Fort Dearborn, established in 1803, was the site of an earlier skirmish between Native Americans and U.S. soldiers in 1812. However, this representation likely portrays a staged reenactment or a fictionalized account, as the Chicago World's Fair showcased various ethnic and cultural performances and exhibits. The Chicago World's Fair, also known as the World's Columbian Exposition, was an international exhibition held to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas. The fair attracted millions of visitors and showcased technological, industrial, and cultural advancements from around the world. In this photograph, the Native American figures are shown in traditional attire, adorned with feathers and war paint, as they charge towards European settlers, who are dressed in clothing typical of the late 19th century. The settlers appear to be defending themselves with rifles and shields. The contrast between the two groups highlights the cultural divide between Native Americans and European settlers during this period. This intriguing lantern slide offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual representation of the tensions and complexities that characterized the relationships between Native Americans and European settlers during the late 19th century. The Chicago World's Fair, with its diverse exhibits and performances, served as a platform for showcasing and exploring the rich cultural heritage of various communities, including those of Native Americans.
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