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Chicago, Illinois, USA, Old Water Tower & Palmolive Building Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois, USA -The Old Water Tower and the Palmolive Building, with roof-mounted decorative searchlight beams radiating out across the night sky. Date: circa 1942
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Media ID 20162635
© Bubblepunk / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Beams Chicago Floodlights Floodlit Illinois Illuminated Illuminations Jul17 Lighting Lights Nightime Searchlights Floodlighting Palmolive
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless charm of Chicago's iconic Old Water Tower and Palmolive Building in this exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse. Captured in the 1940s, this image showcases the historic water tower with its distinctive searchlight beams illuminating the night sky, while the Palmolive Building's Art Deco architecture shines in the background. Bring a piece of the Windy City's rich history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the magical allure of Chicago, Illinois, USA, during the 1940s. The Old Water Tower, a historic landmark and the sole survivor of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, stands proudly amidst the modernity of the Palmolive Building. The Palmolive Building, with its Art Deco design and distinctive roof-mounted decorative searchlight beams, adds an air of glamour and mystery to the scene. The Old Water Tower, a symbol of resilience and survival, is illuminated by the soft glow of the searchlights, casting long, dramatic shadows across the night sky. The searchlights, a common sight in major American cities during the 1940s, not only served as a means of defense against air raids but also as a symbol of hope and unity. The Palmolive Building, with its floodlit facade and radiating searchlight beams, adds a sense of wonder and excitement to the nighttime Chicago skyline. The interplay of light and shadow creates a stunning visual effect, making this photograph a true testament to the beauty and charm of the city during this era. This photograph, taken circa 1942, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the city of Chicago was a beacon of hope and progress in the United States. The Old Water Tower and the Palmolive Building, bathed in the soft glow of the searchlights, stand as a reminder of the enduring spirit of the city and its people.
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