Description: This was stored in the pages of an antique book for over 100 years! These souvenirs are quite rare to find, especially in as wonderful shape as this one. This is a museum quality Stevengraph. Call it a ribbon, a bookmark, a souvenir or a memento, these were woven on site at the Philadelphia World's Fair in 1876, at the Women's Pavilion. Made by Werner Itschner & Co Silk Weaving Mill, Philadelphia PA, on a jacquard loom. This was America's first World's Fair, celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Around ten million people visited Philadelphia during the Centennial International Exhibition of 1876. Many returned home with mementos of the exposition, such as this woven silk bookmark. It depicts the fair's Women's pavilion, which showcased the contributions of women to society. Dimensions: 3-5/8" x 5.75" Condition: Very Good Condition with a slight blemish in upper right-hand side.
Price: 100 USD
Location: Waterford, Virginia
End Time: 2024-09-03T01:01:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
World Fair: 1876 Philadelphia
Year: 1876
Signed: No
Theme: World’s Fairs
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
California Prop 65 Warning: Not Applicable
