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Looking East from the Ferris Wheel (b / w photo)
958467 Looking East from the Ferris Wheel (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Looking East from the Ferris Wheel. Illustration for The Dream City, A Portfolio of Photographic Views of The Worlds Columbian Exposition (N D Thompson, 1893).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22496660
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1893 Celebrations Chicago Columbus East Ferris Wheel Show The Worlds Columbian Exposition The Worlds Fair
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Looking East from the Ferris Wheel captures a moment frozen in time during the grand celebrations of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This photograph, taken by an anonymous American photographer of the 19th century, offers a glimpse into the bustling atmosphere of this iconic event. The image showcases the magnificent Ferris Wheel, a marvel of engineering that dominated the fairgrounds. As viewers gaze upon it, they are transported back to an era when such colossal structures were still considered groundbreaking achievements. The wheel stands tall against a backdrop of other exhibition pavilions and attractions, symbolizing progress and innovation. The composition draws attention to the eastward view from atop this towering spectacle. It invites us to imagine what lies beyond – perhaps more wonders waiting to be discovered or simply everyday life unfolding in all its glory. This print is part of 'The Dream City, ' a portfolio capturing various views of The World's Columbian Exposition. Its inclusion in this collection suggests that it was deemed significant enough to represent not only an architectural feat but also as a testament to human imagination and ambition. As we admire this historical photograph today, we are reminded of how events like these shape our world and leave lasting impressions on generations to come.
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