As of 2012, this magnificent manhole cover from 1938 still resides at the foot of the stairs to the Federal Courthouse.
http://www.amazon.com/Manhole-Covers.../dp/0870931687
http://mitpress.mit.edu/catalog/item...ype=2&tid=5993
If I were in L.A. I would have to make a pilgrimage down to the Federal Courthouse and find of this utilitarian masterpiece.
(with a camera...hint. hint.
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