Framed Print : Chicago Lake Shore Drive
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Chicago Lake Shore Drive
On Saturday and Sunday afternoons in summer the boulevard is thronged with pedestrians and automobiles. Date: 1916
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Media ID 7214517
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Automobiles Boulevard Chicago Drive Pedestrians Saturday Shore Sunday Thronged
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic Chicago Lake Shore Drive by Mary Evans Prints Online. Captured in 1916, this rights managed image shows a vibrant scene of Saturday and Sunday afternoons in summer, with the boulevard bustling with pedestrians and automobiles. Add this stunning piece to your home or office décor and bring a touch of history into your space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in the summer of 1916, showcases the bustling scene along Chicago's Lake Shore Drive on a typical Saturday or Sunday afternoon. The boulevard, a scenic stretch of roadway hugging the shores of Lake Michigan, is a beloved destination for Chicagoans and visitors alike. In this image, the energy of the city spills out onto the streets as throngs of pedestrians and automobiles fill the wide avenue. The pedestrians, dressed in their Sunday best, stroll along the sidewalks, some carrying parasols to shield themselves from the summer sun. Children play and laugh in the foreground, adding to the lively atmosphere. Meanwhile, the automobiles, a new and exciting mode of transportation, line the roadway, their engines idling as their drivers enjoy the picturesque views of the lake. The contrast between the elegant, Victorian-era attire of the pedestrians and the modern, metal beasts of the automobiles creates a striking juxtaposition, highlighting the rapid pace of technological advancement during this era. The clear blue waters of Lake Michigan shimmer in the background, reflecting the vibrant energy of the scene before it. The Chicago skyline, with its towering buildings and smokestacks, can be glimpsed in the distance, a testament to the industrial might of the city. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into Chicago's past, capturing the spirit of a bygone era when the city's residents embraced the simple pleasures of a day spent by the lake with their loved ones.
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