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Reservoir Bridge West 94th Street (the “Gothic” Bridge)

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architect

Calvert Vaux 1824-1895 

location

near the North Gatehouse at 94th Street

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style

 

construction

The abutments are of Manhattan schist from the Park while the foot path is a wooden construct.

type

Bridge

 

This is the most distinctive and graceful cast-iron bridge surrounding the Reservoir. Situated near the North Gatehouse at 94th Street, this beautifully curved bridge embraces the bridle path with true elegance. Newly named the ·Gothic Bridge· due to its lace cutout design, which conforms to the oval contours of the arc. An elaborate floral decor adorns the interior of the curves. 
   

contact

nyc-architecture.com

links

thanks to www.centralpark2000.com & www.centralparknyc.org