The Graphic History of the Fair: A History of the World's Columbian Exposition

Name/Title

The Graphic History of the Fair: A History of the World's Columbian Exposition

Entry/Object ID

1979.21.003

Description

Hardcover book with leather wrapped boards and all edges gilt. Detatched burgundy leather covers. Spine hinges have significant blue/gray adhesive accretion. Front cover title block is gilded, illustration of trees aand a sailing ship. Tan floral pattern pastedowns with ink inscription on front: "E.L. Tinzmann Chicago, Mar. 23, 1950." Contains account of the exhibits at the Columbian Exposition at Chicago in 1893. Black and whtie illustrations and images throughout. 240 numbered pages. 1 book: Height:15.5 inches; Width: 10.75 inches; Depth:1 inch

Book Details

Publisher

The Graphic Company

Place Published

City

Chicago

State/Province

Illinois

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Date Published

1894

Condition

Overall Condition

Poor