Paviljoen van Ceylon op de World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893 1893

This photograph by Charles Dudley Arnold, taken in 1893, captures the Pavilion of Ceylon at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The pavilion showcases the architectural style of Sri Lanka, with its distinctive octagonal shape and tiered roof. The image provides a glimpse into the diverse cultural exhibits that were on display at the renowned world’s fair. The pavilion served as a representation of Ceylon's (Sri Lanka's) culture, architecture, and trade during the event.