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The arch and colonnade at the Manhattan Bridge entrance were inspired by the Porte Saint-Denis in Paris, a triumphal arch built in the 17th century.
The arch was designed by Carrère and Hastings, the same architectural firm responsible for the New York Public Library's main branch.
The arch is adorned with sculptural reliefs by Carl Augustus Heber, depicting allegorical figures of Manhattan and Brooklyn.
The arch is situated at the entrance to Chinatown, marking a gateway between Manhattan and Brooklyn since its completion in 1915.
The arch and colonnade were part of a grand urban design plan to beautify the Manhattan entrance to the bridge, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
