Expositions Collection

Visitors flock to the Great Exhibition in 1851 to view art and science exhibits, 1851 (colour litho)
3245503 Visitors flock to the Great Exhibition in 1851 to view art and science exhibits, 1851 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

The Great Exhibition being opened by Queen Victoria and her family, 1851 (colour litho)
3245498 The Great Exhibition being opened by Queen Victoria and her family, 1851 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

The Crystal Palace in the year of the Great Exhibition, 1851 (colour litho)
3245487 The Crystal Palace in the year of the Great Exhibition, 1851 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Demonstrations, New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b / w photo)
615476 Demonstrations, New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware, USA; eHagley Museum and Library; American

Norwegian and gas pavillion at Paris World Fair (chromolitho)
961299 Norwegian and gas pavillion at Paris World Fair (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Norwegian and gas pavillion at Paris World Fair)

The Italian Pavilion at the World Exhibition in Chicago (colour litho)
2778165 The Italian Pavilion at the World Exhibition in Chicago (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Exposition Bijoux d Art, late 19th to early 20th century (colour litho)
747131 Exposition Bijoux d Art, late 19th to early 20th century (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lithograph by E)

Illuminated globe of Cel-O-Glass in the Hall of Agriculture at the New York World
615475 Illuminated globe of Cel-O-Glass in the Hall of Agriculture at the New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b/w photo) by Moulin, Gabriel (1872-1945); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware

Lucite demonstration, New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b / w photo)
615473 Lucite demonstration, New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b/w photo) by Moulin, Gabriel (1872-1945); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware, USA; (add.info.: Lucite)

The Crystal Palace at Sydenham (colour litho)
810289 The Crystal Palace at Sydenham (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Crystal Palace in Hyde Park which housed the Great Exhibition of)

The crowd at the Italian Air Force Exhibition, in the Park of Milan (colour litho)
2778266 The crowd at the Italian Air Force Exhibition, in the Park of Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Product demonstrations, New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b / w photo)
615474 Product demonstrations, New York Worlds Fair, 1939 (b/w photo) by Moulin, Gabriel (1872-1945); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware

Dancer at the Javanese village, Exposition Universelle, Paris, 1889 (albumen print)
622783 Dancer at the Javanese village, Exposition Universelle, Paris, 1889 (albumen print) by French Photographer, (19th century); 28x22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Machine Hall at the Paris Exhibition, from L album de l exposition
810312 The Machine Hall at the Paris Exhibition, from L album de l exposition, 1889 (b/w photo) by Glucq, M. (fl.1889); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Temple of chocolate by Stollwerck (chromolitho)
961346 Temple of chocolate by Stollwerck (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple of chocolate by Stollwerck, made from 30)

Classical Building. Chicago. Date: 1893

Plans International Exhibition 1862
Plans of galleries at The International of 1862, or Great London Exposition, held at South Kensington, London. Date: 1862

Chicago World Fair - A Century of Progress
North Midway Luncheonette. A Century of Progress International Exposition was a Worlds Fair registered under the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), which was held in Chicago

La Renommee statue par M Dejoux Annales du musee
La Renommee, statue par M. Dejoux, Annales du musee et de l ecole moderne des beaux-arts: recueil de gravures au trait, d apres les principaux ouvrages de peinture, sculpture

International Motor Show. 1950

Auto show, milan, lombardy, italy 1928

1939 activities activity advertising bridge building
Worlds Fair Poster

1933 activities activity advertising against
1933 Chicago Fair

1939 activities activity classic classical expositions
New York Worlds Fair

activities activity beacons beams below boom &
Worlds Fair Poster

1933 activities activity boom & bust bust (1919-1938)
Fair Pavilion

Projet d monument a la gloire de N Poussin Annales du
Projet d un monument a la gloire de N. Poussin, Annales du musee et de l ecole moderne des beaux-arts: recueil de gravures au trait, d apres les principaux ouvrages de peinture, sculpture

Italian exposition in Bulomererta, Somalia
Crowds visiting an Italian outdoor exposition in Bulomererta, Somalia. Date: 1911

The Chrysler Building at the Chicago Worlds Fair)
The Chrysler Building at the Century of Progress International Exposition (Chicago Worlds Fair) 1933. It was held to celebrate the citys centennial

The Hall of Science Chicago Worlds Fair
The Hall of Science at the Century of Progress International Exposition (Chicago Worlds Fair) 1933/4. It was held to celebrate the citys centennial

1939 Treasure Island View
San Francisco, California: 1939. View taken from the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge of Treasure Island during the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition

Brick Ceremony At PPIE
San Francisco, California: c. 1915. A ceremony involving women and bricks at the Pan Paciific International Exposition

Ancient Paris and perspective of the bridges, showing Army and Navy buildings, Expositions Universal, 1900, Paris, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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Expositions have long been a platform for showcasing the best of human creativity, innovation, and culture. From the Italian exposition in Bulomererta, Somalia to the Chrysler Building at the Chicago Worlds Fair, these events have left an indelible mark on history. One such remarkable event was the International Motor Show in 1950. Car enthusiasts from around the world gathered to witness cutting-edge automobiles and marvel at their sleek designs. Similarly, Milan's Auto show in 1928 captivated audiences with its display of automotive excellence in Lombardy, Italy. In 1851, visitors flocked to London's Great Exhibition to immerse themselves in a fusion of art and science exhibits. The vibrant colours of lithographs captured Queen Victoria opening this grand event alongside her family. The Crystal Palace stood tall as a symbol of architectural brilliance during this historic exhibition. Demonstrations held at New York World's Fair in 1939 showcased technological advancements that would shape our future. A black-and-white photograph captures moments frozen in time as people marveled at these groundbreaking innovations. The Paris World Fair featured Norway's gas pavilion depicted through a captivating chromolithograph while an equally stunning colour lithograph showcases Italy's Pavilion at the Chicago World Exhibition. Not limited to technology or architecture alone, it also celebrated artistic craftsmanship like Exposition Bijoux d'Art which spanned from late 19th century to early 20th century. These colourful lithographs bring forth intricate jewelry designs that enthralled spectators. Another fascinating exhibit was Cel-O-Glass illuminated globe displayed within New York World’s Hall of Agriculture—an awe-inspiring sight that merged education with visual splendor. Throughout history, they have provided platforms for nations and individuals alike to showcase their achievements and push boundaries beyond imagination. These snapshots into various exhibitions remind us how they continue shaping our world today by fostering cultural exchange and inspiring generations yet unborn.