Home > Arts > Pop art > Contemporary art > Contemporary art gallery
CHICAGO: FIRE, 1871. Ruins of the Rock Island Depot after the Great Fire in Chicago
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Granger
CHICAGO: FIRE, 1871. Ruins of the Rock Island Depot after the Great Fire in Chicago
CHICAGO: FIRE, 1871.
Ruins of the Rock Island Depot after the Great Fire in Chicago, 8-10 October 1871. Contemporary English wood engraving
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 12572099
1871 Aftermath Burned Chicago Depot Destruction Fire Great October Rock Island Rubble Ruin Ruins Train Station
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Arts
> Pop art
> Contemporary art
> Contemporary art gallery
> Granger Art on Demand
> U.S. Cities
EDITORS COMMENTS
CHICAGO: FIRE, 1871. A Haunting Reminder of Devastation. This powerful print captures the aftermath of the Great Fire in Chicago that ravaged the city from 8-10 October 1871. The image showcases the ruins of the Rock Island Depot, a once bustling train station now reduced to rubble and ruin. The sheer destruction depicted in this contemporary English wood engraving is a chilling reminder of the immense devastation caused by one of America's most infamous fires. The late autumn landscape is engulfed in darkness as smoke still lingers above the charred remains, painting a somber picture of loss and despair. The Rock Island Depot, once an architectural gem serving as a vital transportation hub for North Chicago, now stands as a symbol of resilience amidst tragedy. Its exterior walls bear witness to the intense heat and flames that consumed everything in their path during those fateful days. This poignant photograph serves as both a historical record and a testament to human strength in times of adversity. It reminds us not only of our ability to rebuild but also highlights the importance of learning from past mistakes to prevent such catastrophic events from happening again. Granger Art on Demand presents this evocative image captured by Granger NYC / The Granger Collection, allowing us to reflect upon Chicago's remarkable journey towards rebirth after enduring unimaginable loss.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
