Gezicht op het centrale plein van de World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893 met in het midden een grote vijver met daarin een fontein van Frederick William MacMonnies 1893

This photograph by Charles Dudley Arnold, taken in 1893, captures a panoramic view of the Court of Honor at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Dominated by a large reflecting pool with a fountain by Frederick William MacMonnies at its center, the photograph showcases the grandeur of the event. The surrounding neoclassical buildings, designed by prominent architects, demonstrate the architectural aspirations of the time, reflecting the spirit of the "White City." This image, part of a larger collection, offers a glimpse into the architectural achievements and cultural impact of this pivotal event in American history.