Worlds Fair

In 1855, for the first World Fair in Paris, Baccarat unveiled its unique original, soulful craftsmanship to the world.

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

Manufactured by National Products of Louisville, the Gruvwood line of lamps was selected for the 1964 World's Fair to be featured in the House of Good Taste.

Fuerst for the State Dinning Room for the 1939 New York World's Fair. The fluted stem design was inspirated by the columns of the Federal Building, pattern #4900.

This souvenir spoon is from the 1983 Columbian Exposition, World's Fair. It features a handle topped with Christopher Columbus 1492 1893 and a bowl engraved with a globe.

They were introduced for the 1962 World's Fair as a result of these intentions. The chairs are in very good vintage condition, showing some light wear from use.

Given the colors, narrow style, texture and affixed brass pin, this was among the earliest of the bow-themed costume jewelry that was sold in 1925 to Parisian tourists at the Interna...

Later moving to Paris to pursue his art, he won the Honorable Mention in 1892 and another one at the Exposition Universelle (World Fair) in 1900In 1927, Sarkis Diranian painted a por...

Markelius achieved international recognition with his design for the Swedish Pavilion at the New York World’s Fair in 1939. His own home in Kevinge, a low-roofed, sprawling villa amo...

Beck painted a WPA-sponsored mural in the post office in Danvers, Massachusetts, and a series of murals for the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair, among many others. He was also commis...

Note: The Deniere (Derniere) firm was noted for their exceptional bronze casting, exhibiting at the Paris 1855 World Fair and having multiple royal commissions including the coronati...

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

In 1883, Martin received a medal at the Paris Salon, and in 1900 was awarded the Grand Prize for his work at the World Fair. His works are in the collections of the Art Institute of ...

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

He also was drawn to urban environments, reportedly painting for the 1939-40 New York World's Fair, and died in New York. Hocker painted the frame here as well; the painting is on he...

Both a unique work of art and an extraordinary historical document, this print and group of documents were created by Eduard Buk Ulreich, best known as a muralist for Radio City Musi...

Exhibitions: New York Worlds Fair, 1939; Golden Gate International Exposition, 1939; Oakland Art Gallery, 1940; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 1940-55; San Francisco Art Associat...

In 1915, San Francisco hosted the world's fair called the Panama-Pacific International Exposition.

The Atomium building was built in 1958 as the main pavilion and centerpiece of the Brussels Worlds Fair. Designed by architects André and Jean Polak, the building is constructed of n...

Later he went on to serve as head designer for the firm, producing many superb pieces, including the new time series of dishes premiered at the Brussels World's fair in 1958, the fir...

He has participated in the most prestigious exhibitions, such as the New York World's Fair of 1964, the Brussels World's Fair of 1958, the III Ibero-American Art Biennial of 1981, etc.

He created large decorative murals for the German shipping pavilion at the 1900 Paris World's Fair. He took part in the First World War as a cavalry captain.

The celestial globe that Edward Hald created for the 1930 Stockholm World's Fair is seen as the pinnacle of his career.

In 1855, for the first World Fair in Paris, Baccarat unveiled its unique original, soulful craftsmanship to the world.

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

Used in the Entry Pavillion of 1974 World's Fair in Spokane, Washington. Depicts a herd of buffalo and buffalo clouds.

They were also awarded another silver medal at the 1855 Paris World's Fair and received a commission from Napoleon III.

The company’s most famous product is the Liljan candlestick, which was introduced at the 1939 New York World’s Fair.

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

His innovative work was exhibited at the 1937 Paris World's Fair and remains an important example of French modernist design.

He later exhibited at the Paris Salons and won another award at the Paris World's Fair in 1900. In 1884, de Paredes moved to Paris where he became famous for his masterful depiction...

He was one of three official photographers for the 1933-34 Worlds Fair, The Century of Progress Exhibition in Chicago.

He made his debut as designer at the Stockholm World Fair in 1930 and enjoyed swift prominence as one of Orrefors' design stars until the mid-1940's.

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

The lithograph was produced in 1992 for the exhibition Artists for American Indians at the World's Fair Exposition and was printed by Stone Press Editions in Seattle.

Manufactory: Bauer Rosenthal & Co / Kronach / Bavaria / Germany Dating: Manufactured 1898-1900 Material and technique: Porcelain / chinaware / glazed Design: MAX HILLER (1869 - 1...

Ten years later Miklós’ son, Vilmos, joined the company and led it to worldwide recognition at international exhibitions including the 1878 World Fair in Paris, where they received a...

In 1937 Dufet participated in the Exposition International des Arts et Techniques dans la Vie Moderne in Paris, a major world’s fair which would influence contemporary design for sev...

Willisch (Austrian, born 1897) was an important interior designer inspired by Bauhaus principals who had many significant commissions including three of the 1933 "Century of Progress...

François's eldest son, Eugène (not our Eugène), took over the company and began producing jewelry, winning the gold medal at the 1889 Paris World's Fair. Eugène's sons, Charles and E...

His designs were also featured in several international design exhibitions, including the Milan Triennale and the Brussels World's Fair. Today, Gambone's ceramics are highly sough...

Despite his affairs and the growing importance of his role within the Empire, he took a year off his duties to travel the world, from North Africa to India, East Asia, Australia, and...

Renowned for innovations like Sweden’s first S-marked lamp holders in 1932 and its contributions to Swedish Modern design—featured at the 1939 New York World’s Fair—it also produced ...

Renowned for innovations like Sweden’s first S-marked lamp holders in 1932 and its contributions to Swedish Modern design—featured at the 1939 New York World’s Fair—it also produced ...

Despite his affairs and the growing importance of his role within the Empire, he took a year off his duties to travel the world, from North Africa to India, East Asia, Australia, and...

Gustave De Bruyn participated in the 1889 World's Fair in Paris and received a silver medal for his beautiful pottery and cookware.

Art pottery as a popular form began in America in 1876 with the World's Fair in Philadelphia. Artisans who were already experimenting with native clays attended the fair were inspire...

Other famous works by Aalto include the Vyborg Library, Villa Mairea, La Maison Carré and the Finnish pavilions at the Paris (1937) and New York (1939) World's Fairs.

The exposition was the forerunner of today's world's fairs. It was held in the Crystal Palace, which was specially built in London's Hyde Park.

He also exhibited at the World's Fair and he was the recipient of numerous honors and awards.

The image is inspired by "I Hear America Singing," one of Walt Whitman's famous poems: I hear America singing, the varied carols I hear, Those of mechanics, each one singing his as ...

In 1939, he exhibited at the New York World’s Fair, cementing his popularity in the U.S.