Name/Title
Century of Progress Chrysler Motors BuildingEntry/Object ID
M79.11.64Description
Chrysler Motors Building at the Century of Progress Chicago 1933-34 World's Fair. The twin halves of the white building are tied together by the 2-story covered deck in the center. Vertical slits in the facade appear dark. An open 2-story passageway extends along the left side of the photo with lettering on the railing at the top. Benches are at left of wide walkway in front overlooking reflecting pool at the left. "CHRYSLER MOTORS" is at top of the building. Photo is mounted on ecru paperboard mat.Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Black and White PrintMade/Created
Studio
Hedrich-BlessingDate made
1933Time Period
1930sInscription/Signature/Marks
Notes
In handwritten script on mat back: 58 Langdon Longwell Collection - / Century of Progress 1933-1934 Chrysler / Motors Building