History and architecture
This very dignified town house, designed for Mrs. Graham Fair Vanderbilt in 1929, is a fine example of the last of that great series of houses which was built before the depression paralyzed building construction and virtually brought an end to the era of the New York City town house.
Designed in the French classic manner of Louis XV, it reminds us of the small maison particulier , such as those which are to be seen at Versailles. Built entirely of stone, it is completely symmetrical except for the rusticated arched doorway set back at the right side of the house.
The high French windows, three at each floor, are crowned by attractive keystones and protected by ornamental wrought iron railings. The slate Mansard roof, with its simple segmental arched dormers, is surrounded by a stone balustrade.
Sources and further reading
This history comes from the Landmarks app’s historical catalog. Names and building uses may reflect the period described.