1893 Chicago Columbian Exposition PB Book Official Catalog of Exhibits Fine Arts

Description: Offered in this auction: 1893 Chicago Columbian Exposition PB Book Official Catalog of Exhibits Fine Arts. This is an antique paperback souvenir book from the famous 1893 Chicago World's Fair. Entitled Official Catalog of Exhibits, Part X Dept. K, Fine Arts. Published by W.B. Gonkey Company for the Department of Publicity and Promotion. It includes 196 pages listing all of the art, by country, displayed at the Fair & Exposition. Book is VG, some edge wear to the cover,, curling to page corners, light pencil marks on map of exhibits viewed, else complete (see pics). Book measures ~8 1/2" x ~6" x~1/2". An uncommon keepsake from this historic event!The World's Columbian Exposition, also known as the Chicago World's Fair, celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the New World. It famously introduced fairgoers to electricity, elevators, products we now take for granted like the zipper, Cream of Wheat, and Cracker Jacks, Edison’s kinetoscope and the first voice recordings, the term “midway,” and George G.W. Ferris’s new Wheel. I have a number of books and souvenirs I acquired from a collector, check out my other listings! Note: I have a number of unique items - books, magazines & collectibles on auction, including some signed. I combine shipping - see my other items and save on postage cost! Request the total and I'll invoice you the actual postage cost (no fee or markup).*** All photos are of the actual item offered for sale - no stock photos. ***This item will be shipped in a corrugated cardboard for protection with copious cushioned packing (e.g. bubble wrap, etc.) at actual cost. Will ship international - contact me regarding international rates before bidding.

Price: 19.99 USD

Location: Wallingford, Vermont

End Time: 2024-11-11T15:41:15.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.63 USD