![]() The store itself puts in a nondescript appearance (the signs were left off), but is identifiable by the glass elevator being hoisted by Superman (one of the store's signature attractions). Bugs Bunny, Beaky Buzzard, Pepe LePew and Fabrette replace the sculptures of Mercury, Hercules and Minerva on the clock over the main entrance to Grand Central Terminal. Foghorn Leghorn's head appears multiple times in place of the eagle gargoyles on the Chrysler Building. Some notable details (which may not be clear in the photos) include: The poster (and it's identical in-store mural) captured many NYC landmarks but with a Looney Tunes twist to some of their respective architectural elements. It was sold in the store around it's opening in 1996 (?). It incorporates not only the classic Looney Tunes characters, but also several other WB properties. The quality of the artwork suggests that this may have been concept art for how the finished piece would look. This poster was a 2-D replica of a five story 'relief' mural running up the wall beside the escalators. ![]() Studio Store's flagship NYC store (which was located at northeast corner of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street until 2001, in case you're unfamiliar). I've attached photos of a poster sold in the Warner Bros. Studio Stores, which is the reason why I'm writing. I especially enjoy looking back at the exclusive merchandise from the Warner Bros. ![]() I recently came across your blog and have really been enjoying the extremely rare content. Richard Buran sends us the following e-mail:
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