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Metal Print : Stores on Wabash Avenue, Chicago, 1890s
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Stores on Wabash Avenue, Chicago, 1890s
Bretanos and other retail shops on Wabash Avenue south of Monroe Street, Chicago, 1890s.
Albertype reproduction of a photograph
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5886925
© North Wind Picture Archives
1890s Business Busy Chicago City Commerce Down Town Illinois Loop Mid West Middle West Pedestrian Shop Shopper Store Street Street Car Transportation Trolley Awning
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of Wabash Avenue, Chicago, 1890s from North Wind Picture Archives. This captivating photograph showcases the bustling retail scene with Bretanos and other shops lining the street south of Monroe Street. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the history and character of this era to life, with vivid colors and stunning detail. Each print is meticulously crafted using an Albertype reproduction process, ensuring a museum-quality finish that will add a unique and timeless touch to any space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the bustling scene on Wabash Avenue in Chicago during the 1890s. The image showcases a vibrant city street filled with traditional retail shops, including the renowned Bretanos bookstore. As pedestrians and shoppers navigate through the busy thoroughfare, horse-drawn trolleys pass by, adding to the lively atmosphere of this historic district. The storefronts are adorned with awnings, providing shade for those strolling along this iconic stretch of road in downtown Chicago's Loop neighborhood. This snapshot from the past offers a glimpse into the thriving commerce that defined this era in American history. Transportation played a crucial role in shaping urban life at that time, as evidenced by the presence of streetcars traversing Wabash Avenue. The sight of these classic modes of transportation serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then. Capturing an important chapter in Illinois' heritage, this photograph encapsulates both nostalgia and curiosity about life in late 19th-century America. It is a testament to Chicago's status as a dynamic hub for business and trade during that period. As we gaze upon this Albertype reproduction today, it allows us to appreciate our connection to history while also acknowledging how much has changed over time.
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