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A Century of Progress records

A Century of Progress International Exposition was held in Chicago during the summers of 1933 and 1934 to commemorate the incorporation of the city in 1833. This collection consists of the extant operating records of A Century Progress World's Fair.
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Drawing of an elaborate carving from a Minoan vase ca. 1530-1750 B.C.E.
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Date:
1933-1934
Collection:
Century of Progress records
Access:
Public access


Minoan vase ca. 1530-1750 B.C.E.
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The upper carving depicts three bulls being lead led into an athletic arena for a bull leaping ceremony. The lower carving depicts pairs of boxers entering the ring equipped with headgear and gloves.
Date:
1933-1934
Collection:
Century of Progress records
Access:
Public access


Silver vase from Pompeii
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Date:
1933-1934
Collection:
Century of Progress records
Access:
Public access