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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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Media ID 14376615
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1893 Attacking Chicago Dearborn Exposition Figures Fort Indians
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience a piece of history with our Chicago Worlds Fair - Fort Dearborn photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity of the Box 282 Boswell Collection exhibit at the 1893 Chicago Exposition. Witness the dramatic scene of figures of Indians attacking men, transporting you back in time to one of the most significant cultural events in American history. Add this stunning, rights-managed print to your decor for an unforgettable conversation starter.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) 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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