Visitors may not realize it, but there are many European inspired elements surrounding them at The New York Palace. As we continue to upgrade the hotel, our teams are working hard to maintain the integrity of the original architecture at the hotel, while incorporating new and modern themes. With a renovation of this magnitude, it is not uncommon for our staff and consultants to travel around the world looking for specific pieces to be used in the final project. In … Read More
Category: Art and Design
The Reluctant Model
As The New York Palace continues to evolve, so does the artwork. In our previous post, The New York Palace Undergoes an Artful Update, we gave you a brief overview of the oil portraits located on our fourth and fifth floors, including The Reluctant Model. The Reluctant Model piece (pictured below) is a Palace favorite. The portrait features a little girl who seems to be unenthusiastic about modeling for the painting. Nancy Sweeney, art consultant for The Palace and principal … Read More
Penny for Your Thoughts
It should be no surprise that thoughtful art and design pieces are an integral part of The New York Palace aesthetic, particularly due to our history as a New York City landmark. As we undergo renovations to modernize our hotel and enhance the guest experience, those staying with us will notice that our collection of unique art has expanded to include thought-provoking pieces, some with a contemporary elegance, but most rooted in the historical context that inescapably pervades The Palace. … Read More