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10.00" x 7.50"
Rainy Night Entertainment - Chicago 1949 Poster
by Mark E Tisdale
$24.35
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Rainy Night Entertainment - Chicago 1949 poster by Mark E Tisdale. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
Design Details
There's just something about the mid 20th century that has a certain glamour. This artwork is based on an original black and white photo of the... more
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There's just something about the mid 20th century that has a certain glamour. This artwork is based on an original black and white photo of the Chicago Theatre on State Street taken in 1949 for Look Magazine, which was published from 1937-1971. After the magazine ceased publication, the bulk of the photos for their publication were donated to the Library of Congress. And clearly they are a beautiful look at those golden years of America.
The Chicago Theatre has stood since 1921. While many old theaters of that era have faced the wrecking ball, the Chicago is one of those rare stories of preservation in America's big cities.
To see more of my original artwork and vintage restorations, be sure to check out markonart.com
About Mark E Tisdale
Life is full of happy surprises. After just over a decade working in the 9 to 5 cube world, I threw caution to the wind to follow my dreams of being a full time visual artist. That was five years ago! Is it easy? No, but something truly worthwhile is rarely simple. My body of work is wide ranging from photographic scenes of far away places, more near and dear locations, and more fanciful artwork. It's all crafted with a heartfelt love for finding the beauty in little captured moments. My artwork also hangs on walls near and far from private homes to businesses who have chosen to decorate with my art. Whether you've purchased one piece or a house full or you simply admire and share with your friends, your patronage of my art is...