Location: New York, NY
Size: – acres
Price: $65 Million
Specs: – sq ft
Year: 1901
Rooms: 7 beds, 12.5 baths
Step into the opulence of New York’s Gilded Age with this extraordinary limestone Beaux Arts mansion, a rare gem priced at $65,000,000.
Nestled just off Fifth Avenue and Central Park, this historic residence is a glistening survivor of its era, maintaining its architectural splendor and grandeur.
This mansion, located on the prestigious East 63rd Street, stands amongst other architectural masterpieces by renowned architects like CPH Gilbert, D & J Jardine, and Delano & Aldrich.
The block has housed prominent figures such as Woolworth, Bloomingdale, Brokaw, and Oscar Hammerstein, and continues to attract high-profile residents like Neil Diamond.
Architectural Grandeur by John H. Duncan
Built in 1901 by financier and philanthropist Elias Asiel, this townhouse is a masterwork of John H. Duncan, the renowned architect behind Grant’s Tomb.
The mansion’s extraordinary limestone façade, with its delicate floral garlands, arched French windows, copper mansard roof, and three terraces, is reminiscent of the grand mansions of Paris.
The center and secondary entrances add to its majestic presence.
The property spans 25 feet wide and 100 feet deep, with steel beam construction and an elevator serving all levels.
Expansive Living Spaces
With approximately 18,000 square feet across eight levels, including six above ground, this mansion boasts 28 rooms, seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, four powder rooms, and 14 fireplaces.
The grand scale of the rooms, soaring ceilings, beautiful proportions, and rich ornamentation with extraordinary craftsmanship make this home a masterpiece of design and luxury.
A Grand Entrance and Elegant Dining
The first floor features a 46-foot by 22-foot entrance gallery with a white marble floor and a spectacular curved white marble staircase, leading to a unique circular dining room.
The dining room, accessed through beautiful glass doors, features a herringbone floor, fireplace, and 12-foot ceiling, adjacent to the butler’s pantry, creating an elegant space for entertaining.
Luxurious Second Floor
The second floor is highlighted by a huge 25-foot by 22-foot gallery with a 16-foot, 9-inch ceiling.
The north side houses the 22-foot by 21-foot drawing room with an extraordinary ceiling height, herringbone floor, fireplace, and doors leading to a terrace.
A conservatory off the drawing room also opens to the terrace.
The south side features a handsome paneled library with a similar ceiling height, herringbone floor, fireplace, and sculptural motifs in each corner, creating a sophisticated retreat.
Guest Bedrooms and Suites
The fourth floor features a bedroom with a fireplace, a 10-foot, 11-inch ceiling, double doors leading to a sitting room with another fireplace, and an en-suite bath.
The north bedroom, measuring 22 feet by 18 feet, offers a fireplace, sitting room, dressing room, walk-in closet, en-suite bath, kitchenette, and laundry room.
The fifth floor presents a dramatic double-height sitting room with two spectacular double-height arched windows, flooding the space with glorious light.
Two additional bedrooms, one with a fireplace, both with 10-foot ceilings and en-suite baths, are accompanied by an adjacent kitchenette.
A Legacy of Luxury
Built in 1901 and beautifully preserved, this mansion is a testament to timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship.
With a property age of 123 years, it stands as a historical landmark, offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of New York’s architectural legacy.
The effective year built of 2019 indicates recent renovations that have ensured the home meets contemporary standards of luxury and comfort.
Summary
For those who seek the pinnacle of luxury living, this Beaux Arts mansion offers an unmatched combination of historic charm and modern convenience.
Experience the grandeur of New York’s Gilded Age in a home that is as rich in history as it is in luxury.
This is not just a residence; it’s an opportunity to live in a work of art, a testament to a bygone era of opulence and refinement.
Don’t miss the chance to own this extraordinary piece of real estate on the Upper East Side.
Listed by Louise Beit, Brokered by Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage
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