Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8

Unknown
1878 Paris Universal Exhibition - Panorama des palais de l'exposition

1878

$3,340.02
£2,435.98
€2,800
CA$4,579.84
A$5,113.53
CHF 2,683.01
MX$63,109.99
NOK 33,725.83
SEK 31,556.50
DKK 21,306.24
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

The 1878 exhibition, inaugurated on May 1 after nineteen months of work and preparation, was in line with the Universal Exhibitions of the 19th century. Dedicated to magnifying and presenting the products of industry, it was a considerable success, foreshadowing the more famous events of 1889 and 1900. On a surface of 750 000 square meters, the exhibition had invested a whole part of the capital around the hill of Trocadero and the field of March. On this occasion, the Iéna bridge was widened and raised at a huge cost. In the brand new Palais du Trocadéro, the industrial works of the great European powers were exposed to the public. To get there, from 10 o'clock each morning, visitors could take the tramway or a horse-drawn carriage, as the metro did not yet exist. The Exhibition, which was visited by more than 16 million people, nevertheless resulted in a significant financial deficit of 28 million francs. Exhibition - Aeronautics - Aviation - France View of the universal exhibition of Paris - Balloons J. E. Goossens Brussels
  • Creation Year:
    1878
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.63 in (60 cm)Width: 36.23 in (92 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition, small tears.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792211370542

More From This Seller

View All
1867 original lithography for the Exposition Universelle in Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1867 Exposition Universelle in Paris was one of the grandest World’s Fairs of the 19th century, showcasing industrial progress, cultural achievements, and artistic excellence. Th...
Category

1860s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Original circa 1915 lithographic poster - Panorama de la Bataille de la Marne
Located in PARIS, FR
This original circa 1915 lithographic poster by artist T. Sala, titled Panorama de la Bataille de la Marne, stands as a compelling and highly rare visual testament to one of the defi...
Category

1910s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Circa 1885 Original document - The Decauville company - Railway Industry Train
Located in PARIS, FR
The Decauville company, created in 1875, is a former French manufacturer of railway and handling equipment, cycles and automobiles. The Decauville company was founded by Paul Decauv...
Category

1880s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph, Linen, Paper

Circa 1910 illustrated document by Paillon - Panoramic view of the Mont Blanc
Located in PARIS, FR
This rare circa 1910 illustrated document by Maurice Paillon presents a detailed panoramic view of the Mont Blanc Massif, one of the most legendary and awe-inspiring mountain ranges in the world. Capturing the majesty of Western Europe’s highest peak (4,809m) and its surrounding summits, glaciers, and valleys, this historical document serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a valuable mountaineering reference. At the time of its creation, alpinism was flourishing, with climbers from across Europe eager to conquer Mont Blanc and its neighboring peaks. The illustration, likely derived from photographic and topographic studies, offers a remarkably accurate relief representation of the range. Every major peak, ridge, and glacier is meticulously labeled, providing an invaluable geographical guide to the region. The sepia-toned print evokes the early 20th-century aesthetic, blending scientific precision with artistic craftsmanship. The inclusion of key locations such as Chamonix, Aiguille du Midi, Dôme du Goûter, and the Vallée...
Category

1910s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph, Paper, Linen

Original poster of Cezard for the colonial exhibition of 1906 in Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful poster of Cezard for the colonial exhibition of 1906. This exhibition took place in Paris at the Grand Palais des Champs Élysées. The colonial exhibitions try to answer thi...
Category

Early 1900s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph, Paper

1899 "Plan des Tramways de Paris" by Wuhrer - Paris's public transportation
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1899 "Plan des Tramways de Paris" by Wuhrer is a fascinating snapshot of Paris's public transportation landscape at the dawn of the 20th century. This meticulously crafted map delineates the extensive network of tramway lines that crisscrossed the city, each route marked in detail to aid both residents and visitors in navigating the bustling metropolis. The Belle Époque, during which this map was produced, was a period of significant growth and modernization in Paris. The city's population was expanding rapidly, and with it came the need for a more efficient means of urban transport. Tramways emerged as a vital solution, connecting neighborhoods and making the city's many attractions more accessible. These electric trams were a symbol of technological progress, replacing the horse-drawn carriages of earlier years and setting the stage for the future of public transit...
Category

1890s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph, Paper

You May Also Like

Lithographie de Paris exposition universelle 1878 JE Goossens France 19è siècle
By Old Paris
Located in London, England
Cette lithographie de Goossens, représentant le Champ de Mars lors de l'Exposition Universelle de Paris en 1878, est une pièce historique fascinante. Mesurant 82x61 cm sans cadre et ...
Category

Antique 1870s French Other Posters

Materials

Paper

Old Print of the International Exhibition Building in Sydney, Australia, 1879
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'The International Exhibition Building'. The Sydney International Exhibition opened in the autumn of 1879, but it wasn't really universal and therefore not officially recognised by the Bureau of International Expositions. Melbourne decided to start their exhibition shortly after the one in Sydney, so the participants could transport their exhibits during the winter of 1880. After the exhibitions many of the exhibits were selected to be at display in the Technological, Industrial and Sanitary Museum (now the Powerhouse Museum). The Garden Palace...
Category

Antique 1870s Prints

Materials

Paper

The Sydney International Exhibition Building (Garden Palace) Engraved, c. 1879
Located in Langweer, NL
The Sydney International Exhibition Building (Garden Palace), c. 1879 Minor tears on sheet edges, center fold as issued, vibrant hand coloring, overal...
Category

Antique 1870s Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Paris Print Palais Royal 1880 F Sorrieu Lithograph Hoffbauer
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare, antique Parisian lithograph from the mid-19th century.
Category

Antique 1880s French Prints

Materials

Paper

Large Panoramic View of Thonon-les-Bains near Lake Geneva, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Thonon'. Rare and large panoramic view of Thonon-les-Bains, or Thonon, France. Thonon-les-Bains is part of a transborder metropolitan area known as Grand Genève...
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Old Hand-Colored Print With a View of the Louvre, France, ca.1885
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Anischt des Louvre mit seinen Galerien, in Paris'. Old print with a view of the Louvre, France. This print originates from a German illustrated newsletter, pu...
Category

Antique 1880s Maps

Materials

Paper