Rain continues to pour as Ne Yorkers rejoice. We duck and run for The Met. It’s always warm and dry.
We first grab a quick lunch. Some nice sushi.
We then explore the American wing. We haven’t often explored this area in detail. We generally explore the Egyptian, Roman and Greek exhibits. So today as we make our way to the American wing we walk through the Medieval English wing. Lots of armour and chain mail. How did they fight carrying all this metal around!
We then explore the American Hall. Internal architecture and furniture across the times. As well as a Frank Lloyd Wright room
The Frank Lloyd Wright Room is a dedicated space that showcases the design philosophy and architectural innovations of the renowned American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. This room features a meticulously reconstructed interior from the crafter of the Prairie School movement and reflects Wright’s aesthetic principles of organic architecture.
Key elements include:
- Furniture and Design: The room contains original pieces of furniture designed by Wright, emphasizing simplicity, functionality, and harmony with nature. The craftsmanship is evident in the woodwork and upholstery.
- Color Palette: The use of earthy tones and natural materials creates a serene atmosphere, aligning with Wright’s vision of environments that blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
- Spatial Dynamics: The arrangement within the room exemplifies Wright’s approach to space, favoring open floor plans and a flowing connection between different areas.
- Artistic Details: Attention to iconic motifs and geometric patterns is prevalent, a testament to Wright’s influence on both architecture and decorative arts.
Visitors often appreciate this space as a holistic representation of Wright’s ideas about living environments, where every detail is intentional and contributes to the overall atmosphere. If you’re planning a visit, it’s best to check The Met’s official website for any specifics about viewings or exhibitions related to the Frank Lloyd Wright Room.
We continue exploring and meandering through the halls. The space inside the Met is just massive and you can easily become lost.
We eventually find our way out and have a Quick Look through the shop before heading home on the bus. We’ve made much greater use of buses this trip. we know the subway very well and we now have connected buses. Whether it’s across town or down 5th, we’ve worked out some great bus routes that have save us lots of walking, especially when it is cold, dark and wet.
As we get home, our last night, we get stuck into packing. Tomorrow we are off to Bermuda.
So we grab a quick dinner in and get stuck into the massive packing job ahead of us.
