Proposed elevated railway, 1871, artwork
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Proposed elevated railway, 1871, artwork
Proposed elevated railway. Design for a covered atmospheric elevated railway for Broadway, New York City, USA. It consists of two pneumatic tubes carried on cast iron arches. This design, by Dr Rufus Gilbert, was never built. Published in 1871
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1871 Atmospheric Covered Design Engineering Manhattan Mass Transit New York Ornate Pneumatic Proposed Public Transport Transport Broadway Elevated Railway Mass Transport
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of 19th century New York City, showcasing a visionary proposal that never came to fruition. The artwork depicts Dr Rufus Gilbert's ambitious design for a covered atmospheric elevated railway along Broadway. Standing tall on ornate cast iron arches, this gothic-inspired structure would have revolutionized public transport in Manhattan. The intricate illustration showcases two pneumatic tubes suspended above the cityscape, offering an innovative solution to alleviate congestion on the busy streets below. Dr Gilbert's proposed elevated railway was intended to whisk commuters through the heart of New York with ease and efficiency. While this grand vision remained unrealized, this historical artifact serves as a reminder of the boundless imagination and engineering prowess of its time. It offers us a glimpse into an alternate future where mass transit in North America could have taken an entirely different form. Preserved by the Library of Congress, this monochrome artwork invites us to reflect upon the ever-evolving nature of urban development and transportation systems. As we marvel at this forgotten piece of history, it sparks our curiosity about what other groundbreaking ideas may have been lost or abandoned throughout time.
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