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Antique Framed Print : The latest and tallest sky-scraper at the time in New York
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The latest and tallest sky-scraper at the time in New York
The latest and tallest sky-scraper at the time in New York, the Flatiron a triangular 20-story building in Twenty-third Street, Fifth Avenue and Broadway. Date: 1902
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in 1902, showcases the latest and tallest skyscraper in New York City at the dawn of the 20th century. The Flatiron Building, located at the intersection of Twenty-third Street, Fifth Avenue, and Broadway, stands proudly as a testament to the architectural innovation and engineering prowess of the era. With its distinctive triangular shape and twenty-story height, this iconic structure defied the conventional rectangular designs of its time. The Flatiron Building, a marvel of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was the brainchild of architect Daniel Burnham and engineer Leonard P. Schmitz. Its unique design, inspired by a cast-iron clothing iron, offered a striking contrast to the monotonous uniformity of the city's skyline. The building's innovative use of steel-frame construction allowed for the creation of large, open floor plans, paving the way for more efficient office spaces. The photograph, taken from an oblique angle, highlights the building's architectural features, including the intricate details of its facade and the ornate cornice adorned with statues. The surrounding streets, bustling with activity, offer a glimpse into the vibrant urban life of New York City during this period. The advertisements and billboards on the sides of nearby buildings add to the visual richness of the scene. As the tallest building in New York City at the time, the Flatiron Building represented the pinnacle of architectural achievement in the United States. Its construction marked the beginning of the skyscraper era, forever changing the skyline of New York City and the world.
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