Union Square in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Metronome, 1999
Kristin Jones/Andrew Ginzel
Photographed by Larry Gertner, October 8, 2019
1. Metronome, 1999
Brick, Concrete, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Gold
Incandescent Light, Steam, L.E.D. Numeric Display, Sound
Central panel: 98 x 50 feet (29.8 x15.2 m)
Overall 98x200 feet (99.8 x 60.9 m)
Commissioned by The Related Companies, L.P., METRONOME is an exploration of the nature of time: geological, historical, astronomical, as well as past, present, future and the infinite. The sculpture is intended as a gift to New York: a celebration of the Energy and variety of the city
The Related Companies, L.P. and the artists would like to acknowledge the support of the Public Art Fund, The Municipal Art Society and the many individuals whose dedicated efforts made METRONOME possible.
Erected 1999.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music.
Location. 40° 44.068′ N, 73° 59.418′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Union Square. It is on East 14th Street east of Broadway, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Union Square South, New York NY 10003, United
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Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Union Square History (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Union Square (about 300 feet away); Union Square Park (about 300 feet away); George Washington (about 400 feet away); 832-834 Broadway (about 400 feet away); Union Square Savings Bank (about 400 feet away); 830 Broadway (about 400 feet away); Zeckendorf Towers / One Irving Plaza / 10 Union Square East (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Other markers no longer nearby. George Washington Statue (was about 400 feet away but has been permanently removed); a different marker also named George Washington Statue (was about 400 feet away but has
Photographed by Larry Gertner, July 4, 2011
2. Metronome
The completed sculpture
Regarding Metronome, 1999. The building is listed in the "AIA (American Institute of Architects) Guide to New York City, Fifth Edition".
Also see . . . Metronome (public artwork). Wikipedia entry. (Submitted on May 12, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed by Larry Gertner, 1998
3. Metronome
Before the installation, May 1998.
Photographed by Larry Gertner, 1999
4. Metronome
The first panel goes up; February 1999.
Photographed by Larry Gertner, 1999
5. Metronome
All components installed; April 1999
Photographed by Larry Gertner, 1999
6. Metronome
Gilding the sunburst, May 1999.
Photographed by New York Times, unknown
7. Metronome, 1999 guide
The New York Times explains it all.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 12, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 708 times since then and 55 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 12, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 7. submitted on May 14, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
