Empire State Building
architecture • 1767 pcs
- Set number
- 21046-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 1,767
- Original RRP
- $129.99
- Released
- 2019
- Theme
- Architecture
- Barcode
- 5702016368338
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Where it came from
Released in 2019 as part of the LEGO Architecture series, this set was designed to capture the iconic silhouette of the Empire State Building in New York City. The series is known for its focus on structural accuracy and minimalist aesthetics, intended to appeal to both adult builders and architecture enthusiasts. By utilizing a restrained color palette and precise geometric shapes, the design team aimed to replicate the Art Deco styling and the tiered skyscraper form that has defined the Manhattan skyline since the building's completion in 1931.
This iteration of the landmark followed a previous, smaller version within the product line, offering a significantly larger scale that allowed for greater detail, such as the building's distinct spire and surrounding streets. Upon its release, the set was noted for its success in translating the skyscraper's verticality into a tabletop format. It remains a staple of the Architecture collection, recognized for its educational value and its function as a display-oriented architectural model.
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