Vintage Chicago World's Fair Poster, 1933

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Chicago World’s Fair, 1933

Celebrate an interest in exhibition history with this reproduction of a poster for Chicago’s 1933 World’s Fair, the Century of Progress exposition. Its Art Deco association makes it a considered choice for a study, hallway or gallery devoted to historical travel and event advertising. Choose it for a personal connection to Chicago or an appreciation of the visual culture surrounding international fairs.

About the exposition

The listing connects the fair with Chicago’s centennial and its presentation of science and industry. The Century of Progress name provides the poster’s historical event connection, rather than describing a contemporary exhibition. Enjoy it as decorative artwork linked to that period, not as a current guide to Chicago or a complete record of the fair. This product is a modern reproduction for wall display, not an original 1933 advertising sheet, admission ticket or exhibition programme.

A history-inspired gallery

Imagine placing the print beside a bookshelf of design and travel histories, with warm wooden furniture and softly textured seating nearby. Its Chicago association can make the arrangement feel personal without requiring every accessory to follow a city theme. It also offers a starting point for a collection connecting architectural subjects, exhibition posters and different eras of destination advertising.

The small and medium paper formats provide options for compact walls or an established grouping. Pair the print with other Art Deco artwork for a movement-led arrangement, or combine posters from different events to explore their historical connections. Matching frames can bring individual works together while allowing their subjects to remain distinct. Consider the available wall area and usual viewing distance before selecting your size.

Paper, printing and finish

This reproduction is produced using giclée printing on 200gsm matte art paper, with a matte finish. Choose a print-only version if you would like to use your own frame, or select a framed paper print with a black frame and white mount. Both listed sizes are available in these options, providing flexibility for an individual feature or a coordinated gallery.

Choose your size

• Small: 11 × 14 in, available as a print only or framed.
• Medium: 12 × 16 in, available as a print only or framed.
• Framed options include a black frame and white mount. Select your preferred size and finish above.

Pair it with

Continue the Chicago and Art Deco travel connection with Chicago to San Francisco Streamliner (1930s). Add Abram Games’ Festival of Britain (1951) and the Blackpool Aviation Meeting poster (1909) for a gallery exploring historical events and the promotion of travel and technology.

Explore more Art Deco artwork

Discover companion geometric and period designs in our Art Deco wall art collection, and find styling inspiration in our guide to Art Deco interiors.