Brooklyn Bridge Drawing 4269

Among the Archives' more than 10,000 drawing plans for the Brooklyn Bridge, this drawing by famed draftsman Wilhelm Hildenbrand details specifics of a travelling crane for moving materials in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. Drawn in ink and watercolor, the drawing reflects the remarkable detail and artistry that went into each drawing plan for the bridge. Conservation treatment would help to remove some of the discoloration and degradation products from the paper, making the paper more stable, safer to handle, and bringing the drawings closer to their original appearance.

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