Collection: Osher Map Library Collection

Name: Exposition Universelle de Paris 1889

Barcode: 58014

Image Number: 58014.0001

Publishing Location: Paris, France

Brief Description: Chromolithograph of the 1889 World's Fair held in Paris for which Gustave Eiffel designed his tower which stands tall above the fairgrounds. Surrounding the map are various countries' flags, exhibit buildings highlighting technical advances,  various mottos in Latin and French such as "Pax", "Industry", "Work" and "Agriculture". The central theme of the fair was the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution which was boycotted by nations with monarchies including the United Kingdom.

Publisher: Publisher not identified

Date/Date Range Produced: 1889

Language: French

Region Depicted: Paris, France

Map Type: Bird's-eye views

Dimensions: 55 x 85 cm on sheet 63 x 91 cm

Printing Process: Chromolithograph

LC Call Number: G5832.P35 1889

OCLC: 1353823220

Accession Number: OML-1889-136

Permanent URL: https://oshermaps.org/map/58014.0001