The World's Fair Steamship Co's Steamer Christopher Columbus, the Largest Excursion Boat in the World

Name/Title

The World's Fair Steamship Co's Steamer Christopher Columbus, the Largest Excursion Boat in the World

Context

"The only line running direct to the World's Fair Grounds. Pier foot of Van Buren St. Entrance over the Viaduct." / "Only by this route can you get the finest view along the Lake Shore giving a complete panorama of the Great City of Chicago. Excursions every night."

Collection

Artwork Collection, Marine Collection, Wisconsin Art Collection

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Herman G. Runge collection

Made/Created

Artist

Gugler Lithographic Co.

Date made

1893

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Location

Lower right

Transcription

"THE GUGLER LITH. CO., MILWAUKEE"

Material/Technique

Printed

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Framed Size

Height

35-1/4 in

Width

47-3/4 in

Dimension Description

Image Size

Height

25-1/2 in

Width

37-1/2 in