Steven Siegel has a series of photos of New York in the 80s
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The distance between the metal bands holding the cylindrical structure together decreases from top to bottom because the pressure the water exerts increases with depth. The top band only needs to fight against the water at the very top of the tower but the bottom bands have to hold the entire volume from bursting out.
Massimo Vignelli’s iconic NY subway map has been resurrected for the MTA’s new interactive service change feature, The Weekender
“This crocheted cover represents my best wishes to all of us …. It will be a great, prosperous year with many wonderful surprises!”
Guerilla Artist Crochets Over New York City Landmark · ChinaShop
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