civilized ku # 221-23 ~ stop 'n go
Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 10:00AM 
Crosswalk sign # 1 • click to embiggen
Crosswalk sign # 2 • click to embiggen
Crosswalk sign # 3 • click to embiggenEach and every intersection in NYC has 4 crosswalk signs. Multiply that number by the number of intersections (a billion?) and the number of crosswalk signs is staggering to contemplate.
Now, add to that picturing possibility the fact that each and every crosswalk sign along with its accompanying poll has been adorned with any number of other signs, stickers, graffiti and the like and what you have is the man-made equivalent of snowflakes - no 2 crosswalk signs are alike.
If one were to embark upon a NYC crosswalk series, taking into consideration the sheer number of signs and the fact that each and every one could be pictured during the day, during the night, in all kinds of weather, in every season, and the never-ending modifications (stickers, graffiti, etc.) .... well, it would be like trying to picture infinity and beyond.
Reader Comments (1)
In Crosswalk sign #1 the High Line is visible. By any chance did you have any opportunity to explore this newest gem which really underscores the abilty of some New Yorkers to create something new and vibrant from something that seemed destined for the wrecking ball?