Gryphons of Tartary The World s Fairs; 1873 Vienna Rotunda + 1888 Barcelona Column Old World

Howdy. Today we will discuss the Gryphon which appeared on flags of Tartary, Tartaria (as seen in the 1865 World Atlas section The Flags of all Nations), and how this Gryphon Motif can be seen throughout the numerous Worlds Fairs of the 19th and early 20th centuries. For examples, we will look at exquisite images of the 1873 Worlds Fair in Vienna, and the 1888 Worlds Fair in Barcelona. Enjoy, and let me know your opinion down below Topics discussed today;