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48”L x 22 ”H x 5 ”W
In 1888, during the transition from sail to steam, new innovations such as electric lighting and ventilation, running hot and cold water, were new to ocean liners. The architecture of these liners also shows some ambiguity in terms of what the future direction for luxury might be. .
The luxury on board the City of New York was unprecedented; passengers could enjoy such amenities as electric lighting, electric ventilation and not to mention hot and cold running water. The public rooms were the finest of its time, boasting such splendid areas as the walnut-paneled First Class smoking room or the library, complete with stained glass windows and 800 volumes. The City of New York also offered 14 private suites for the really well-to-do, including a bedroom and sitting room done in Victorian style. |
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