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Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the bustling scene of Bretanos and other retail shops on Wabash Avenue in Chicago during the 1890s. This captivating image, sourced from North Wind Picture Archives, offers a unique glimpse into the past with its intricate details and authentic Albertype reproduction of the original photograph. Bring the history and character of the Windy City into your home or office space with this timeless and captivating poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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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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