'Game of Thrones' hosted an epic art exhibit in New York City ahead of season 6

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Jacob Anderson (Greyworm) admires paintings of his character's beloved Queen Daenerys. Kim Renfro/Tech Insider

HBO has pulled out all the stops when it comes to promoting the upcoming season of "Game of Thrones," and a gorgeous display of "Thrones"-related artwork in New York City was no exception.

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"Art the Thrones" — an immersive art experience hosted at the Angel Orensanz Foundation — had everything from a gigantic reflective golden crown to intricately crafted paper White Walkers, plus surprise cast appearances and "Game of Thrones" themed cocktails. 

We explored the mysterious event Wednesday evening and left feeling invigorated and more excited than ever for the season premiere on April 24.

Scroll down for a look inside this epic event.

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"Art the Thrones" was hosted inside the Angel Orensanz Foundation — the oldest surviving synagogue in New York City. The gothic architecture was a perfect backdrop for five giant displays of "Game of Thrones" artwork.

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In the center of the room was a huge reflective crown, designed by LA artist duo CYRCLE.

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The focal point of the room was the 13-foot-tall acrylic etching made by local Brooklyn designers Pop Chart Lab. Their creation was an abstraction of the Red Wedding.

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The detail of this wolf's head was seriously cool.

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Digital artist Marcos Chin created a moving animation of Brienne on horseback, complete with shifting colors and detail.

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Over in a different corner stood Jeff Nishinaka's interpretation of the Night's King. The entire sculpture is made from layered paper.

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Standing in the iconic pose from season five's "Hardhome" episode, this rendering of the Night's King was one of the most compelling installations.

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Just look at all the texture and detail on this thing! Nishinaka's mastery of paper folding and manipulation is unrivaled.

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Nishinaka shared a timelapse on his Instagram page showing the making of the Night's King's head:

A video posted by Jeff Nishinaka (@jeffnishinaka)

 

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Tristan Eaton is an LA-based muralist and illustrator who happens to love "Game of Thrones." He created a series of six Daenerys Targaryen canvas portraits.

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Surprising most of those in attendance, actors Hannah Murray (Gilly) and Jacob Anderson (Greyworm) showed up to support "Art the Throne."

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Anderson even stopped by to chat with Eaton about the Daenerys' series. He was excited to see his characters' queen displayed so prominently.

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There was lots of "Game of Thrones" inspired fashion around, including these avant-garde attendees.

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And last but not least, a mariachi band popped up onstage and played the "Game of Thrones" theme song. Take a listen below.

A video posted by Revista Siempre Mujer (@siempremujer)

 

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