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Universal Exposition 1889 Collection

Step back in time to the year 1889 and immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Universal Exposition held in Paris

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The Opening of the Universal Exhibition by the President of the Republic, Paris, 1900

The Opening of the Universal Exhibition by the President of the Republic, Paris, 1900. The Exposition Universelle of 1900 was a worlds fair held in Paris, France

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Affiche pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1889 : 'Le Pays de Fées', c1899. Creator: Jules Cheret

Affiche pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1889 : "Le Pays de Fées", c1899. Creator: Jules Cheret
Affiche pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1889 : "Le Pays de Fees". c1899. [Publisher: Imprimerie Chaix; Place: Paris]

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Reconstruction of the tower of Temple prison for the 1889 exhibition, view of the Pont d'Iéna, 1889

Reconstruction of the tower of Temple prison for the 1889 exhibition, view of the Pont d'Iéna, 1889
Reconstruction of the tower of Temple prison for the 1889 exhibition, view of the Pont d'Iena, 1889

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: William F. Buffalo Bill Cody, Rosa Bonheur, Chief Rocky Bear, Chief Red Shirt

William F. Buffalo Bill Cody, Rosa Bonheur, Chief Rocky Bear, Chief Red Shirt
William F. " Buffalo Bill" Cody, , Chief Rocky Bear, Chief Red Shirt, William " Broncho Bill" Irving, Roland Knoedler, and [Benjamin

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The Javanese dancers, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

The Javanese dancers, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemoration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Plan of the Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

Plan of the Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Imagined visit of King Louis XIV and his court to the Pavilion of Machines at the Exposition

Imagined visit of King Louis XIV and his court to the Pavilion of Machines at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in
5207268 Imagined visit of King Louis XIV and his court to the Pavilion of Machines at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1889 (engraving) by French School

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Eiffel Tower, 1890s. Creator: Unknown

Eiffel Tower, 1890s. Creator: Unknown
Eiffel Tower, 1890s

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Advertisement for Hurtu bicycles, c1900

Advertisement for Hurtu bicycles, c1900

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Colonnade near the Pont des Invalides, c1900. Artist: Tony Grubhofer

Colonnade near the Pont des Invalides, c1900. Artist: Tony Grubhofer
Colonnade near the Pont des Invalides, c1900. A sketch of the Exposition Universelle of 1889. A Worlds Fair held in Paris, From The Studio Volume 20. [The Studio Ltd. London & New York, 1900]

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The well of the Roux Combaluzier elevator, Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1889

The well of the Roux Combaluzier elevator, Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1889. When it opened for the Paris Universal Exposition of 1889, the Eiffel Tower had four elevators

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The Gallery of Machinery, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

The Gallery of Machinery, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: An Afternoon at the Exhibition, 1889

An Afternoon at the Exhibition, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The Central Dome, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

The Central Dome, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Metallurgy section, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

Metallurgy section, Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Plan of the Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

Plan of the Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The Egyptian Quarter at the Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889

The Egyptian Quarter at the Universal Exposition, Paris, 1889. The Exposition Universelle of 1889 was staged in commemration of the centenary of the French Revolution

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The pavilion of the Figaro, on the second storey of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1889

The pavilion of the Figaro, on the second storey of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1889. The tower, designed by Gustave Eiffel, was built as the entrance arch to the Universal Exposition held in Paris in

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The electric light on top of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1889

The electric light on top of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, 1889. The tower, designed by Gustave Eiffel, was built as the entrance arch to the Universal Exposition held in Paris in 1889

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Quai d?Orsay, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900)

Quai d?Orsay, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900). Buildings of foreign states by the River Seine

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Fine Arts Palace, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900)

Fine Arts Palace, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900)

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Trocadero, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900)

Trocadero, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900). The Russian-Asiatic exhibition

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Paris World Exposition (1889), 1900

Paris World Exposition (1889), 1900. The Hall of Illusions in the Electricity Palace

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Museum of the Colonies, Trocadero, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900)

Museum of the Colonies, Trocadero, Paris World Exposition, 1889, (1900)

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Plan for the Esplanade des Invalides, Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900

Plan for the Esplanade des Invalides, Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900. Exposition Universelle of 1900 was a worlds fair held in Paris, France

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Plan of the Porte Monumentale and Palais des Beaux-Arts, 1900

Plan of the Porte Monumentale and Palais des Beaux-Arts, 1900. Exposition Universelle of 1900 was a worlds fair held in Paris, France

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Plan for the Trocadero and Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900. Artist: G Rochet

Plan for the Trocadero and Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900. Artist: G Rochet
Plan for the Trocadero and Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900. Exposition Universelle of 1900 was a worlds fair held in Paris, France

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: Festivity popular with Paul Deschanel, President of France, 1900. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani

Festivity popular with Paul Deschanel, President of France, 1900. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
Festivity popular with Paul Deschanel, President of France, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 8th July 1900

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The grape harvest festival, Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900

The grape harvest festival, Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 4th November 1900

Background imageUniversal Exposition 1889 Collection: The Prince of Wales visiting the building sites for the Exposition Universelle of 1900, Paris

The Prince of Wales visiting the building sites for the Exposition Universelle of 1900, Paris, 1898. Artist: F Meaulle
The Prince of Wales visiting the building sites for the Exposition Universelle of 1900, Paris, 1898. The Exposition Universelle of 1900 was a worlds fair held in Paris, France


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Step back in time to the year 1889 and immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Universal Exposition held in Paris. This extraordinary event brought together people from all corners of the world to celebrate innovation, culture, and progress. As you stroll through the exhibition grounds, you might have come across some remarkable figures such as William F. Buffalo Bill Cody, known for his Wild West shows that captivated audiences with thrilling displays of cowboy skills. Nearby, Rosa Bonheur's masterpieces adorned the walls, showcasing her incredible talent as one of France's most celebrated female artists. In another corner of this bustling exposition, Chief Rocky Bear and Chief Red Shirt proudly represented their Native American heritage. Their presence served as a reminder of the rich diversity that existed within this global gathering. The Javanese dancers mesmerized spectators with their graceful movements and vibrant costumes. Their performance transported visitors to exotic lands far away from Parisian streets. Of course, no visit to this exposition would be complete without marveling at the iconic Eiffel Tower which had just been completed a few years prior. Its majestic silhouette dominated the skyline and became an enduring symbol of French ingenuity. As you explored further into this vast spectacle, you encountered advertisements for Hurtu bicycles - a testament to mankind's ever-growing fascination with transportation advancements. The Colonnade near Pont des Invalides provided respite amidst all these wonders. Designed by Tony Grubhofer, its elegant architecture offered a momentary escape from the hustle and bustle outside its walls. Descending into The well of Roux Combaluzier elevator located within Eiffel Tower itself was an experience like no other – a true feat of engineering that left visitors awestruck by its efficiency and innovation. Inside The Gallery of Machinery lay countless exhibits showcasing cutting-edge technology revolutionizing various industries such as metallurgy – evidence that progress was not limited solely to art or entertainment but permeated every aspect of society.