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International Exposition Collection

Step into a world of wonder and cultural exchange at the International Exposition

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: New York World's Fair 1939 (poster)

New York World's Fair 1939 (poster)
5615769 New York World's Fair 1939 (poster) by Atherton, John Carleton (1900-52); Private Collection; (add.info.: poster by John Atherton (1900-1952)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Illustration depicting the International Exposition of 1867

Illustration depicting the International Exposition of 1867 (Exposition Universelle d'art et l'Industrie)
5304909 Illustration depicting the International Exposition of 1867 (Exposition Universelle d'art et l'Industrie), was the second world's fair to be held in Paris

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition

One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition
1147439 One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1867 (pen & ink on paper) by Japanese School

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Lac du Pavillon, Champ de Mars, Paris (chromolitho)

Lac du Pavillon, Champ de Mars, Paris (chromolitho)
979303 Lac du Pavillon, Champ de Mars, Paris (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lac du Pavillon, Champ de Mars, Paris.); © Look and Learn

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The International Dress and Costume Exhibit at the Worlds Columbian Exposition

The International Dress and Costume Exhibit at the Worlds Columbian Exposition
1127250 The International Dress and Costume Exhibit at the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (litho) by American Photographer

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The Grand Basin at the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (litho)

The Grand Basin at the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (litho)
1127249 The Grand Basin at the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The wind engine display at the Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (b / w photo)

The wind engine display at the Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (b / w photo)
1127248 The wind engine display at the Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Construction of the dome of the Grand Palais, for the Exposition Universelle of 1900

Construction of the dome of the Grand Palais, for the Exposition Universelle of 1900
1147496 Construction of the dome of the Grand Palais, for the Exposition Universelle of 1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussees

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The Galerie Circulaire at the Exposition Universelle of 1867 (b / w photo)

The Galerie Circulaire at the Exposition Universelle of 1867 (b / w photo)
1147486 The Galerie Circulaire at the Exposition Universelle of 1867 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition

One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition
1147437 One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1867 (pen & ink on paper) by Japanese School

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Entrance to the International Exposition of Amsterdam, 1883 (engraving)

Entrance to the International Exposition of Amsterdam, 1883 (engraving)
1127256 Entrance to the International Exposition of Amsterdam, 1883 (engraving) by Mariette, L. (fl.1883); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Exposition Internationale d Amsterdam)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The Hungarian Pavilion at the International Exposition of Art, Venice, 1909 (b / w photo)

The Hungarian Pavilion at the International Exposition of Art, Venice, 1909 (b / w photo)
1127254 The Hungarian Pavilion at the International Exposition of Art, Venice, 1909 (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Italian

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition

One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition
1147438 One of a set of playing cards with 100 poets and poems, sold at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1867 (pen & ink on paper) by Japanese School

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Philips Pavilions, Brussels International Exposition, 1935 (colour litho)

Philips Pavilions, Brussels International Exposition, 1935 (colour litho)
981182 Philips Pavilions, Brussels International Exposition, 1935 (colour litho) by Belgian School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philips Pavilions)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Advert for the Exposition de Lyon, 1894 (litho)

Advert for the Exposition de Lyon, 1894 (litho)
1127255 Advert for the Exposition de Lyon, 1894 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Exposition universelle)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The Hungarian Pavilion on the banks of the Po, at the International Exposition of Turin

The Hungarian Pavilion on the banks of the Po, at the International Exposition of Turin
1127253 The Hungarian Pavilion on the banks of the Po, at the International Exposition of Turin, 1911 (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Party at the Tuileries for the International Exposition, 10th June 1867

Party at the Tuileries for the International Exposition, 10th June 1867
884591 Party at the Tuileries for the International Exposition, 10th June 1867, Eugenie with Tsar Alexander II, and Napoleon III with the King of Prussia (colour litho) by Elven

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The hill of Chaillot, view from the roof of the Galerie Circulaire at the Exposition

The hill of Chaillot, view from the roof of the Galerie Circulaire at the Exposition
1147487 The hill of Chaillot, view from the roof of the Galerie Circulaire at the Exposition Universelle of 1867 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Avenue des Concessions at the Exposition Universelle de Bruxelles, 1910 (b / w photo)

Avenue des Concessions at the Exposition Universelle de Bruxelles, 1910 (b / w photo)
1127252 Avenue des Concessions at the Exposition Universelle de Bruxelles, 1910 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: International Exposition, Barcelona, 1929 (colour litho)

International Exposition, Barcelona, 1929 (colour litho)
981179 International Exposition, Barcelona, 1929 (colour litho) by Spanish School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: International Exposition, Barcelona)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: The International Exposition of 1867, Paris, France. Creator: Unknown

The International Exposition of 1867, Paris, France. Creator: Unknown
The International Exposition of 1867, Paris, France. Lion sculptures at the Exposition Universelle, held in Paris from 1 April to 3 November 1867. Glass lantern slide

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Frieze Design for the St. Louis 1904 Worlds Fair, 1904

Frieze Design for the St. Louis 1904 Worlds Fair, 1904. Private Collection

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: International Exposition of 1876 held at Philadelphia, Pennslvania, USA, 1876

International Exposition of 1876 held at Philadelphia, Pennslvania, USA, 1876
International Exposition of 1876 held at Philadelphia, Pennslvania, USA, in 1876, the Centennial of American Independence

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Visit Empress Third National Industrial Promotional Exhibition

Visit Empress Third National Industrial Promotional Exhibition
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Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Trans-Mississippi Exposition, Grand Court, Mississippi i

Trans-Mississippi Exposition, Grand Court, Mississippi i.e. Omaha, Neb, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, (1898 :, Omaha), Exhibitions, United States

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: Viewing balloon at 1878 Paris Exposition C017 / 6917

Viewing balloon at 1878 Paris Exposition C017 / 6917
Viewing balloon at 1878 Paris Exposition. 19th-century artwork of a large captive (tethered) balloon (Le Grand Ballon Captif) built by French engineer and aeronaut Henri Giffard (1825-1882)

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: PARIS EXPOSITION, 1889. The Canadian Native American exhibit at the Universal Exposition of 1889

PARIS EXPOSITION, 1889. The Canadian Native American exhibit at the Universal Exposition of 1889 in Paris, with the Palace of Aztecs and Incas to the right

Background imageInternational Exposition Collection: ART SMITH (1894-1926). American aviator, stunt pilot and pioneer of skywriting at night

ART SMITH (1894-1926). American aviator, stunt pilot and pioneer of skywriting at night. Photographed seated in the cockpit of his biplane on the aviation field at the Panama-Pacific International


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Step into a world of wonder and cultural exchange at the International Exposition. From the iconic New York World's Fair in 1939 to the breathtaking Exposition Universelle d'art et l'Industrie in Paris, these global showcases brought together nations from around the globe. In 1867, Paris became a melting pot of creativity as forty-two countries gathered to display their finest achievements. The grandeur of this event is captured in an exquisite illustration depicting this historic exposition. Visitors were enthralled by a set of playing cards featuring renowned poets and poems, which served as cherished mementos from this extraordinary gathering. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves immersed in another captivating exhibition - The International Dress and Costume Exhibit at the Worlds Columbian Exposition. Here, fashion enthusiasts marveled at intricate designs representing diverse cultures that adorned mannequins with elegance and grace. Chicago's Grand Basin was transformed into a mesmerizing spectacle during the Worlds Columbian Exposition in 1893. Lithographs depict its magnificent beauty, while black-and-white photographs showcase wind engine displays that left spectators awestruck. The construction of the dome for the Exposition Universelle of 1900 stands as a testament to human ingenuity and architectural prowess. This monumental structure symbolized progress and innovation during an era defined by technological advancements. Stepping back to 1867 once more, we witness the enchantment within Galerie Circulaire at yet another edition of Exposition Universelle. Black-and-white photographs transport us back in time as visitors explored this circular marvel filled with wonders beyond imagination. As our journey continues through time, we arrive at Amsterdam's International Exposition entrance engraved with intricate details that welcomed guests from all corners of the earth in 1883. A few decades later, Venice hosted an artistic extravaganza where Hungary proudly showcased its pavilion amidst stunning monochrome photography capturing every detail. These international expositions united nations, celebrated diversity, and fostered cultural exchange.