New York is the most populous city in the United States. It exerts a significant global influence upon commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and entertainment. The history of New York begins around 10,000 BC, when the first Native Americans arrived. By 1100 AD, New York's main native cultures, the Iroquoian and Algonquian, had developed. European discovery of New York was led by the French in 1524 and the first land claim came in 1609 by the Dutch. The streets of lower Manhattan developed organically as the colony of New Amsterdam. It was renamed New York when the British took it over from the Dutch in 1664. The roads were a mixture of country lanes, short streets and Native American and animal trails without any overarching order until around 1800 when the Common Council of New York began to assert authority. The Commissioners' Plan of 1811 was the original design for the streets of Manhattan above Houston Street, which put in place the rectangular grid plan of streets and lots that has defined Manhattan to this day. It has been called "the single most important document in New York City's development," and the plan has been described as encompassing the "republican predilection for control and balance ... [and] distrust of nature." The Plan is arguably the most famous use of the grid plan or "gridiron" and is considered by many historians to have been far-reaching and visionary.
The building form most closely associated with New York City is the skyscraper, which has shifted many commercial and residential districts from low-rise to high-rise. Surrounded mostly by water, the city has amassed one of the largest and most varied collection of skyscrapers in the world. The art deco Chrysler building is considered by many historians and architects to be one of New York's finest. The character of New York's large residential districts is often defined by the elegant brownstone rowhouses, townhouses, and shabby tenements that were built during a period of rapid expansion from 1870 to 1930.
This 3d map of New York, at a scale of 1:5000. It is made up of 16 x 150mm x 150mm tiles. The model is mounted in a simple wooden frame and can wall hang or be displayed on a desk or table top.
MATERIAL | Resin, wooden frame (alt. frame colours available) |
LOCATION | New York, USA |
DIMENSIONS | 28in high, 28in wide, 4in deep & 15.5lb approximately. | TAGS | New York 3D city map. Accurate scale map. New York skyline map. Wall art inspired by architecture. Perfect gift present for an architect. Cool, stylish modern wall art. Buy direct from the maker. Handmade in Britain. |
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Jim from Philadelphia February 10 2021 I just received my 1:5000 model of Venice and it is stunning. Now, granted, Venice is stunning, but the model is amazing. I sent my kids and GF pics saying this is possibly the coolest thing I’ve ever bought, and I’m 64!Thanks, beautiful. No doubt I’ll be back! |
Helmut from Germany February 05 2021 I ordered the Bauhaus building and Guggenheim museum. Well packed and really beautiful models. I enjoy them very much and will order citycapes this year. Thank you Gavin for your service and patience. |
Edwin Simpson from Larne, Northern Ireland February 03 2021 Beautiful models and so well made- this is my third. A lovely piece of architectural art. |
Andy Gunter-Smith from England January 19 2021 Ive just taken delivery of Berlin, Paris and Vegas (cityscapes). Just Venice left to complete my collection. Beautifully crafted and I enjoy looking at them every day. Thank you for taking such good care with the packaging. Each one is a joy to look at. |
AGS from UK January 19 2021 Superb service, well packaged and beautifully crafted. Truly unique and a joy to look at - thank you. |
Emilia from Bologna, Italy December 25 2020 The model of Venice was a wonderful Christmas present from my dad. It is an high quality product, packaged with care, I love it! |
Sahra from Denmark December 24 2020 Thank you so much! It arrived on time and I am super happy! |
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