Universal Exhibition Collection (#2)

Night fete at Tuileries, June 10, 1867, on the occasion of the visit of foreign sovereigns to the Universal Exhibition, current 1st arrondissement, between 1862 and 1872

L'Eléphant pris au piège de Frémiet et la Tour Eiffel, 1922. Creator: Jules Ernest Renoux
L'Elephant pris au piege de Fremiet et la Tour Eiffel, 1922

Ruedu Caire, at the 1889 exhibition. Creator: C Bussilliet
Rue du Caire, at the 1889 exhibition

Interior of the Gallery of Machines at the 1889 Universal Exhibition, 1889. Creator: Louis Beroud
Interior of the Gallery of Machines at the 1889 Universal Exhibition, 1889

Entrance to the Universal Exhibition of 1889. Creator: Jean Beraud
Entrance to the Universal Exhibition of 1889

Affiche pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1889 : "Le Pays de Fées", c1899. Creator: Jules Cheret
Affiche pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1889 : "Le Pays de Fees". c1899. [Publisher: Imprimerie Chaix; Place: Paris]

Panoramic view of the Universal Exhibition of 1867, at Champ-de-Mars, 1867. Creator: Unknown
Panoramic view of the Universal Exhibition of 1867, at Champ-de-Mars, 1867

View of the Universal Exhibition of 1889. Creator: Unknown
View of the Universal Exhibition of 1889

German pavilion at 1900 Universal Exhibition, 1900. Creator: Edouard Zawiski
German pavilion at 1900 Universal Exhibition, 1900

Portrait of Adolphe Alphand, 1888. Creator: Alfred Philippe Roll
Portrait of Adolphe Alphand, 1888

Night fete at the Universal Exhibition of 1889, under the Eiffel Tower, c1889. Creator: Alexandre-Georges Roux
Night fete at the Universal Exhibition of 1889, under the Eiffel Tower, c1889

Panorama of the Universal Exhibition of 1867, Champ-de-Mars, 7th arrondissement, Paris, 1867. Creator: Frederic Martens
Panorama of the Universal Exhibition of 1867, Champ-de-Mars, 7th arrondissement, Paris, 1867

Performance of the "Triumphal Ode" to the glory of the Republic... September 19, 1889
Performance of the "Triumphal Ode" to the glory of the Republic, by Augusta Holmes, on September 19, 1889, at Palais de l'Industrie

Reconstruction of the tower of Temple prison for the 1889 exhibition, view of the Pont d'Iéna, 1889
Reconstruction of the tower of Temple prison for the 1889 exhibition, view of the Pont d'Iena, 1889

Eiffel Tower and the Champ-de-Mars, in January 1889. Creator: Paul Louis Delance
Eiffel Tower and the Champ-de-Mars, in January 1889

At the Universal Exhibition: The producer of felt hats. Here you can see a l... 1867, printed 1920
At the Universal Exhibition: The producer of felt hats. Here you can see a live rabbit, which I will dump into the machine like that..... 1867, printed 1920

At the Universal Exhibition: Who are the real Chinese?, 1867, printed 1920. Creator: Charles Maurand
At the Universal Exhibition: Who are the real Chinese?, 1867, printed 1920

At the Universal Exhibition: Security check at the entrance: the bald need t... 1867, printed 1920
At the Universal Exhibition: Security check at the entrance: the bald need to lift their hats, and the the short-sighted need to remove their glasses, 1867, printed 1920

Paris Exposition Universelle, 1900
3784954 Paris Exposition Universelle, 1900; (add.info.: Paris Exposition Universelle, 1900. With view of Pont Alexandre III and river Seine.); Lebrecht History

The World's Fair of Paris in 1878 (litho)
UIG5420709 The World's Fair of Paris in 1878 (litho) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: It was held in the Champ de Mars, Paris, from French Pictures by Rev. Samuel G)

The Palace of the Empire of Brazil (Champ-de-Mars) from L'Album de l'Exposition 1889 by Glucq
STC217084 The Palace of the Empire of Brazil (Champ-de-Mars) from L'Album de l'Exposition 1889 by Glucq, Paris 1889 (litho) by French Photographer

Loie Fuller Theatre at the Universal Exhibition, 1900 (b / w photo)
CHT442249 Loie Fuller Theatre at the Universal Exhibition, 1900 (b/w photo) by Sauvage, Henri (1873-1932); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

View of the Eiffel Tower during the Exposition Universelle of 1900, 1900 (coloured photo)
DGC308196 View of the Eiffel Tower during the Exposition Universelle of 1900, 1900 (coloured photo) by French Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Pavilion of Photography at Paris Exposition Universelle in 1867, c
ARH163429 The Pavilion of Photography at Paris Exposition Universelle in 1867, c.1867 (w/c on paper) by French School, (19th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris

France Crowning the Arts and Industry with Laurel Wreaths at the Exposition Universelle
XIR195240 France Crowning the Arts and Industry with Laurel Wreaths at the Exposition Universelle of 1878 in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Panorama of the Jardins du Trocadero and the Champ-de-Mars, Paris, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
CHT218713 Panorama of the Jardins du Trocadero and the Champ-de-Mars, Paris, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Souvenir of Illuminations in Paris to commemorate the 1st Centenary of the French
CHT224106 Souvenir of Illuminations in Paris to commemorate the 1st Centenary of the French Revolution during the 1889 Exposition Universelle (colour litho) by French School

General view of the Exposition Universelle in 1867, taken from the Trocadero hill, Paris
CHT163405 General view of the Exposition Universelle in 1867, taken from the Trocadero hill, Paris, 1867 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Boudoir for the Reception of Queen Victoria, at the Universal Exhibition, at Paris (engraving)
1608075 Boudoir for the Reception of Queen Victoria, at the Universal Exhibition, at Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Visitors to the Exposition Universelle in 1855 (coloured engraving)
CHT221350 Visitors to the Exposition Universelle in 1855 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

The Royal Cortege at the Inauguration of the Exposition Universelle in 1855
CHT221346 The Royal Cortege at the Inauguration of the Exposition Universelle in 1855 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Big Wheel at the Paris Exposition Universelle, 1900 (b / w photo)
485190 The Big Wheel at the Paris Exposition Universelle, 1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Grande Roue (hauteur 199m.)); French

The International and Universal Exhibition, Earls Court, the Naval display in the Empress Theatre (litho)
1039717 The International and Universal Exhibition, Earls Court, the Naval display in the Empress Theatre (litho) by English School

Interior view of the machinery hall, from L Album de l Exposition 1889
STC217085 Interior view of the machinery hall, from L Album de l Exposition 1889 by Glucq, Paris 1889 (litho) by French Photographer

Tourists on the Eiffel Tower. (illustration, 1889)
5975834 Tourists on the Eiffel Tower. (illustration, 1889) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geography. France. Tourists on the stairs of the Eiffel Tower, Paris)

[Construction for the Universal Exhibition of 1855], 1855. Creator: Bertsch et Arnaud
[Construction for the Universal Exhibition of 1855], 1855

Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, Castell dels Tres Dragons built for the 1888 Universal Exhibition now housing the Museum of Natural Science

Spain, Catalonia, Barcelona, Arc del Triomf
Spain, Catalonia, Barcelons, Sightseers at the Arc del Triomf built for the 1888 Universal Exhibition designed by Josep Vilaseca in the Mudejar Spanish Moorish style as the main gateway into the Parc

Andre Gide (1869-1951) and his Friends at the Cafe Maure of the Exposition Universelle of 1900
XOU125490 Andre Gide (1869-1951) and his Friends at the Cafe Maure of the Exposition Universelle of 1900, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942); 156x220 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts

Brussels: The Universal and International Exhibition, 1935. The foyer of the Pavilion of Honour from the Brussels International Exposition of 1935, a Universal exhibition held in Heysel

The French Garden, Universal Exhibition, Brussels, Belgium, 1910. Artist: Valentine & Sons
The French Garden, Universal Exhibition, Brussels, Belgium, 1910

Construction Universal Exhibition 1855 Salted paper print
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Paris Universal Exhibition (1878) held at the Trocadero. Installation by J. Hermann Lachapelle, Continuous equipment maker for the production of soft drinks

Birds eye view of the Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, France by Lucien Baylac, 1851 1913

Night Festival, 1900, (oil on cardboard)
XIR899250 Night Festival, 1900, (oil on cardboard) by Steinlen, Theophile Alexandre (1859-1923); 87x220 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Fte de nuit)

Stupefaction, Compression and Suffocation, First Impressions at the Paris Universal
XJF741264 Stupefaction, Compression and Suffocation, First Impressions at the Paris Universal Exhibition, cartoon from the Exposition Universelle series, published in Le Charivari, 24 May

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Step into a world of wonder and innovation at the Universal Exhibition. From the iconic Eiffel Tower to the grand Palace of the Empire of Brazil, this event showcases the epitome of human achievement. In 1889, a vibrant postcard captured the beauty and allure of Paris during this extraordinary exhibition. The Eiffel Tower stood tall, symbolizing progress and modernity in all its glory. As we delve deeper into history, we find ourselves transported back to 1855 when anticipation filled the air. A cartoon from Le Charivari depicts people eagerly killing time while waiting for the grand opening, and is a testament to how this event captivated hearts and minds even before its commencement. Fast forward to 1900, where black-and-white photographs reveal Loie Fuller's mesmerizing theatre performance at the Universal Exhibition. Her graceful movements illuminated stages with an ethereal glow, leaving spectators spellbound. The Exposition Universelle was not just about visual marvels; it celebrated various art forms as well. France proudly crowned arts and industry with laurel wreaths, recognizing their profound impact on society. A panoramic view captures Jardins du Trocadero and Champ-de-Mars in all their splendor around 1900—a testament to how these spaces transformed into bustling hubs during exhibitions. Souvenirs commemorating significant milestones were also cherished by visitors throughout history. One such memento honored Paris' illuminations on its first centenary—an enchanting tribute that showcased French excellence. General views from different eras transport us through time—1867 reveals a sprawling landscape taken from Trocadero hill while another engraving showcases Queen Victoria's boudoir reception at one exhibition—an exquisite space fit for royalty.