1915 NYC Roof Garden for Visually Impaired Visitors
- Premium Materials: Printed on heavy, archival-quality museum paper for lasting durability.
- Restored to Perfection: Vintage maps carefully colorized and digitally restored to their former glory.
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This photograph captures an innovative roof garden specifically designed for blind individuals, taken by the Bain News Service around 1915. Located in New York City, this unique space aimed to provide a sensory-rich environment where individuals could experience plants and flowers through touch and smell. During the early 20th century, there was growing awareness about the importance of inclusivity in urban design, and projects like this one laid the groundwork for accessibility initiatives that would follow.
The roof garden featured a variety of plant life, chosen for their textures and fragrances to engage the senses of those who could not see. The layout demonstrated a thoughtful approach to creating a space where individuals could connect with nature, regardless of visual impairment. As cities expanded during this period, allowing access to green spaces became increasingly vital for improving quality of life, particularly for marginalized groups. This photograph serves as a visual testament to those early efforts in urban innovation and social responsibility.
1915 NYC Roof Garden for Visually Impaired Visitors
The Details
About This Print
🌲 Gallery-Quality Materials: Archival matte paper and optional solid, sustainably sourced Ayous wood frame.
✨ Shatterproof Protection: Crystal-clear Acrylite shield blocks glare and resists damage.
🛠️ Ready to Hang: Arrives at your door fully assembled and ready for the wall.
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Materials & Craftsmanship
The Unframed Print
Carefully restored from the original artwork and reproduced using gallery-quality, fade-resistant inks. Printed on heavyweight, museum-grade archival paper, this is the ideal choice if you prefer to use your own custom frame. KNOWOL reproductions are beautifully restored works of art.
The Framed Upgrade
Crafted from solid Ayous wood sourced from renewable forests, a sustainable, exotic timber that is lightweight and incredibly warp-resistant. Featuring a sleek 0.75″ profile in your choice of finish. Protected by premium Acrylite. Unlike cheap, heavy glass, our Acrylite is shatterproof, exceptionally clear, and lightweight, ensuring your vintage map is protected for decades to come. All framing components are ethically sourced from Japan and the US. Framed prints arrive fully assembled with hanging hardware included. No frame shop, no assembly, no second trips.
Shipping & Delivery
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Unframed Prints: Carefully rolled and shipped in a heavy-duty, crush-resistant mailing tube.
Framed Prints: Shipped in custom-built protective packaging engineered specifically to keep the frame corners and Acrylite cover in flawless condition during transit.
Turnaround Time: Most orders ship within 3–5 business days and arrive at your door within 7–10 business.
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Because every piece is custom-printed and framed to order exactly to your specifications, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges for a change of mind or sizing issues. However, we stand 100% behind our craftsmanship. If your art arrives damaged in transit or has a visible defect, email us a photo within 30 days and we will immediately expedite a flawless replacement. Quality guaranteed: the KNOWOL standard.