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Vintage original souvenir album from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition (Chicago World’s Fair) — a landmark event in U.S. cultural and architectural history, remembered for the fairgrounds known as the “White City” and the era’s jaw-dropping engineering showcases. This is NOT a modern reproduction. Title page shows Copyright 1893 by A. Wittemann and printed in photogravure, a high-quality early photo printing process prized for its rich tonal detail.What you’re getting:
• Original 1893 souvenir album / plate book
• Photogravure views of the exposition buildings and grounds (see photos for examples)
• Landscape format with period string binding and gilt cover letteringCondition (please read):
• Vintage/antique condition with visible cover wear, spotting, and edge wear
• Binding shows minor age/handling (see close-ups)
• Interior plates appear clean and display well overall (review photos)
• Sold as-is due to age; please ask if you want specific page/plate counts confirmedPerfect for:
World’s Fair collectors, Chicago history fans, architecture/history displays, office décor, or a unique gift.
