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A weird and ghastly incident during the Chicago fire (engraving)
736203 A weird and ghastly incident during the Chicago fire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire of Chicago; A weird and ghastly incident during the Chicago fire; Homeless families taking refuge in the old German cemetery near Lincoln Park; from The Days Doings, 18 November 1871.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection
Media ID 23170998
© Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cementery Cemetery Cemetray Chicago Churchyard City Cemetery Ghastly Grave Cemetry Grave Yard Gravestone Graveyard Homeless Homelessness Incident Lincoln Park Penury Poors Precarious Precariousness Refuge Semi Homeless Taking The Great Fire Of Chicago Weird Flames
18"x14" Modern Frame
Experience the haunting allure of history with our Media Storehouse Framed Print of "A Weird and Ghastly Incident during the Chicago Fire" by the English School. This engraving, hailing from the 19th century, captures the terror and intrigue of one of the most devastating events in American history. The detailed imagery, taken from the private collection at Fine Art Finder through Bridgeman Images, transports you back in time, offering a chilling glimpse into the chaos and destruction of the Chicago Fire. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and ignite the conversation with its eerie and captivating depiction of the past.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Haunting Scene Amidst the Chaos - Homeless Families Seek Refuge in a German Cemetery during the Chicago Fire
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English artist in the 19th century, captures a bizarre and eerie incident that unfolded amidst the devastating Great Fire of Chicago. As flames engulfed the city, leaving countless families homeless and destitute, this peculiar scene emerged as a testament to human resilience. In this haunting image, we witness homeless families seeking solace within the confines of an old German cemetery near Lincoln Park. The gravestones stand tall amidst billowing smoke and flickering flames, creating an unsettling juxtaposition between life and death. Despite their dire circumstances, these displaced individuals find temporary refuge among tombstones that bear witness to past lives. The attire worn by these desperate souls reflects both poverty and fashion from Germany's northern regions. Their tattered clothing hints at their precarious existence while also showcasing remnants of European culture brought across oceans. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's ability to adapt even in times of great adversity. It speaks volumes about the strength found within communities facing unimaginable challenges together. Through this ghastly incident during one of history's most catastrophic fires, we are reminded that hope can arise even from ashes – offering us a glimpse into our shared capacity for resilience and survival.
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