World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago. South peristyle from across the Court of Honour and lagoon, cabinet print
1893
Medium
albumen silver photograph
Measurements
11.1 × 16.2 cm (image and sheet) 12.7 × 17.8 cm (support)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
The Dr Robert Wilson Collection. Gift of Dr Robert Wilson, 2014
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Inscription
inscribed in pencil on support reverse c.: South Peristyle from across / the Court of Honour and lagoon
Accession Number
2014.1786
Department
International Photography
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