The Real Estate Under Your Feet: Manhole Covers


OK, I admit I like to photograph manhole covers (and doors, signs, architectural details and …. well, let’s just skip that one).

Here are some I shot while traveling through Europe last spring.  I found many cities take artistic and civic pride in their covers.

But some cities, like my own beloved New York, are satisfied to outsource the work.  Ah.. you’d think the city would at least insist on the larger type.

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  • Brandie Young
    Joe, thanks. These photos are amazing. I love collections like yours! Post more, please? Maybe doors next time? We outsource manhole covers too? Wow...
  • LOL - made in India??? Talk about out sourcing.
  • caleb
    Hey that's pretty cool thanks!
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