If you’re a history buff and appreciate beautiful interiors, this rare listing might be perfect for you. Located at 23 Park Avenue, the duplex apartment sits in an Italian Renaissance-style mansion designed by Stanford White. During the Gilded Age, this popular architect created some of the most famous (and lavish) structures in New York City that still stand today including the Washington Square Arch and the Metropolitan Club.His Park Avenue masterpiece was once a single-family home, but now is split up into 12 luxurious units, according to Curbed.The $4.35 million duplex that’s up for sale transports you to another time with original wood paneling, dramatic coffered ceilings, and an ornate fireplace in the main living room. Although the residence only offers 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, magical spaces like the “grand salon” and the library perched at the top of a spiral staircase make it irresistibly charming.Top designer Matthew White created the captivating interiors, which are filled with sumptuous textures, shimmering patterns, and carefully curated artwork.John Barbato and Molly Reilly of Stribling have the gem of a listing. Looking for more apartments with Old New York glamour? Dick Cavett’s Central Park West residence is rich in history and currently on the market.
