Manuscripts

South facade of the Palace of Fine Arts, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Description: A view of the southern facade of the Palace of Fine Arts at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, taken across the north pond. There are about fifteen steps leading up to the large neoclassical entrance, a porch with four tall pillars, a triangular pediment, and a large dome. There are a few people walking between the building and the water, and about four gondolas docked in near the bottom of the porch steps. A pair of ducks, one white and one dark, are swimming in the foreground.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1893
Call number: mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 38, Item 1
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North porch of the Palace of Fine Arts, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Manuscripts

A view of the north porch of the Palace of Fine Arts at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. There are about fifteen steps leading up to the large neoclassical entrance, a porch with four tall pillars and a triangular pediment. This is the side of the building that did not face out over the north pond, and features a reproduction of the statue of Augustus of Prima Porta (or Primaporta). There are numerous people sitting in chairs in front of the building or on the porch steps.

mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 36, Item 1

Administration Building, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Manuscripts

A view of the Administration Building and Columbian Fountain at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, taken across part of the Grand Basin. The building is two stories, with a large dome and statues lining the rooftops. The Columbian Fountain features a miniature ship with allegorical figures rowing and steering.

mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 43, Item 1

California Building, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Manuscripts

A view of the California Building at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. It is a large, broad building with arches lining the front of the building, and a raised dome over the center. There is some foot-traffic on the paths in front of the building and near the ice cream soda stand just left of center.

mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 33, Item 1

Irish Village entrance, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Manuscripts

A view of the main entrance to the Irish Village sponsored by Lady Aberdeen at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The entrance is in the shape of a medieval castle, with crenallations, small towers, and a large arched entryway. There is a replica of Blarney Castle inside the village on the right. The walkway and benches in the foreground are crowded with people.

mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 32, Item 1

Flower-covered globe, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Manuscripts

A view of a display of flower-covered sculpture, particularly a large model of the Earth, at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The globe is ringed by flower-covered vases, with a low shrub to keep visitors out.

mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 46, Item 1

Statue of the Republic, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

Manuscripts

A view of the Statue of the Republic at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The 65-foot-high statue is mounted on a pedestal in the center of the Grand Basin with the Casino and a colonnade in the background, both with numerous smaller statues along their roofs. A small boat is approaching the statue on the right.

mssLattaS, Box 117, Folder 28, Item 1

South facade of the Palace of Fine Arts, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago

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