- Hardcover: 128 pages
- Publisher: Green Editorial; First edition (Jun 1 2003)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1585746398
- ISBN-13: 978-1585746392
- Product Dimensions: 28.6 x 16.1 x 1.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 431 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #2,106,240 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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More than 300 evocative photographs of these remarkable relics of New York's architectural heritage.
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Overlooked for nearly two centuries, New York's manhole covers are at last brought to the forefront in this book, which traces the evolution of their intricate designs and styles. Through intriguing history bites, and nearly 400 photographs, Designs Underfoot demonstrates how these mainstays of city life, once considered merely utilitarian street hardware, are actually sophisticated works of cast-iron art. A fascinating element of New York's streetscape, these decorative covers are an inspiring reflection of the creativity and attention of the foundries themselves and, sadly, a dwindling relic of New York's architectural history. Historians, design professionals, antiques collectors, and sightseers will find this an inspiring glimpse into a form of artwork nearly lost to urban renewal, and encouragement for the reintroduction of such innovative designs in civic planning.
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Nicely done, but not original., July 4 2008
By dahongdou - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Designs Underfoot: The Art of Manhole Covers in New York City (Hardcover)
"Overlooked for two centuries.."? This book actually retreads (excuse the pun) the beautiful work of the Melnicks in "Manhole Covers of Los Angeles" (1974), and their massive study "Manhole Covers" (1994). Their meticulous technique, and the excellent accompanying text bring the significance of these artifacts into sharp focus. (sorry, they just keep coming!)
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Excellent guide to NYC manhole covers, Jan 3 2011
By Kevin Schlottmann - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Designs Underfoot: The Art of Manhole Covers in New York City (Hardcover)
Stuart's guide to New York City manhole covers provides an overview of the wonders beneath our feet. A short descriptive paragraph accompanies each photograph (nicely printed in B&W). The address of each manhole cover is provided, a key piece of information for those who would like to see these little cast-iron pieces of history in person. A short introduction and a thorough bibliography are a nice bonus in this lovely book.
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Good Reference Book, Feb 1 2012
By kk - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Designs Underfoot: The Art of Manhole Covers in New York City (Hardcover)
I was expecting the photos in this book to be a little better. But to have the book for reference and for day trips is fun and I can take my own photos when I get to the desirable manhole cover!
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