1893 Chicago Tribune Art Supplement 'The Sermon' by Gari Melchers | Chromolithograph

An exceptional piece of American art history from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This original chromolithograph print reproduces Gari Melchers' celebrated painting The Sermon, published as a premium art supplement by The Chicago Tribune.

Details

• Title: The Sermon - after the painting by Gari Melchers
• Medium: Color chromolithograph on newsprint
• Publisher: The Chicago Tribune / Potter Palmer Esq.
• Date: November 19, 1893
• Dimensions: Approx. 10 in. × 8 in.
• Condition: Vintage condition consistent with age

Historical Context

Published during the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, this chromolithograph represents the golden age of American newspaper art supplements. The Chicago Tribune commissioned premium art reproductions to commemorate the fair, making fine art accessible to the masses. Gari Melchers (1860-1932) was an acclaimed American artist known for his genre scenes and portraits.

Perfect For

Collectors of 19th-century American prints, World's Fair memorabilia, Chicago history enthusiasts, or anyone seeking museum-quality vintage art for their home or office.