Architectural Drawing of the New York Public Library

Architectural Drawing of the New York Public Library
Inventory
Collection Number: 
17132
Building: 
Central Library
Current Location: 
Annex: Lobby
Floor: 
1st
Object Description
Artist: 
John Merven Carrère
Artist Dates: 
1858-1911
Artist Nationality: 
Brazillian
Object Type: 
Poster
Details: 
A reproduction poster print of the Carrère and Hastings 1911 proposal draft of the Fifth Avenue elevation of the New York Public Library.
Framed: 
Yes
 - Plexi
Length: 
53 inches
Width: 
1 inch
Height: 
28 inches
Description: 

Located in New York City, Carrère and Hastings was one of the most significant Beaux-Arts Architecture firms in the United States. The architectural team ran a successful practice during the 1880s -1890s. The firm focused on designs for commercial buildings and elaborate homes. They gained notoriety in 1897 when the firm won the design competition for the New York Public Library. The print reproduction shown here is a proposal draft of the Fifth Avenue elevation of the New York Public Library.

Reproduce the Work in Library publications/publicity, including film or videotape: 
Yes
Make slides or videotapes for educational use: 
Yes
Permit the general public to photograph the work : 
Yes