With direct views of Central Park, this original classic 7-room apartment has over 30' facing Fifth Avenue. The home features generously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, original hardwood flooring and exquisite prewar architectural details. A gracious entrance gallery with black and white marble tiles leads to a grand 26' living room with a wood burning fireplace and oversized picture windows which frame the views of the Park. There is an elegant large formal dining room which also serves as a library. The enormous windowed kitchen has ample space for dining and storage. The large primary suite enjoys views of the Central Park, has a spacious dressing area, ample closets and an oversized bath. There is a second bedroom with an en-suite full-bath. Two staff rooms complete the layout. Designed by preeminent Manhattan architect J.E.R. Carpenter, this 16-story Italian-Renaissance-palazzo style apartment house was built in 1926 and is one of the most distinguished buildings on Fifth Avenue. Featuring a finely detailed 4-story limestone base, and an attractive balustrade top, its canopied entrance leads to a large lobby overlooking a charming garden. This white-glove, full-service cooperative has a 24-hour doorman and resident manager. The building allows pets, pied a terre ownership and 50% financing. There is a separate storage bin and a newly renovated gym. 2.5% flip tax payable by the buyer.