4 East 79th Street

Just off Central Park and Fifth Avenue on one of Manhattan's most picturesque tree-lined streets, this extraordinary 40-foot-wide limestone mansion is a rare offering of remarkable scale, craftsmanship, and grandeur. Designed by the celebrated architectural firm Walker & Gillette and built in 1922 for the renowned sculptor Elie Nadelman and his wife, Viola, the residence later became home to the Isadora Duncan Memorial School of Dance. Encompassing approximately 12,120 gross square feet of interior living space, plus an additional 3,610-square-foot cellar level, the residence is complemented by 3,350 square feet of beautiful outdoor space, including a south-facing landscaped garden overlooking the neighboring townhouse gardens, a terrace on the third floor, and a roof deck. With ten bedrooms, ten full bathrooms, and three powder rooms, this exceptional home has been masterfully designed for both grand-scale entertaining and luxurious everyday living. It features a half-court windowed basketball court with an entertainment area and an incredible gym, with the potential to incorporate a swimming pool in the English basement. A separate staff apartment with its own street entrance further enhances the functionality and privacy of the residence. Bathed in natural light throughout, the mansion seamlessly blends timeless architectural elegance with state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern conveniences. Distinguished features include an elevator servicing every level of the home, five working fireplaces, rich mahogany floors, French-polished solid mahogany doors, polished nickel hardware and fixtures, custom moldings, and bespoke windows throughout. Additional features include Lutron lighting, Mitsubishi Electric HVAC with individual climate zones for each room, a Comelit intercom system, CAT5 wiring, a new roof, and a sophisticated security system. FIRST FLOOR A grand marble entrance foyer opens through an elegant gallery, unveiling the magnificent parlor level with 11'2" ceilings. This floor has an impressive 37'6"-long living room centered around a gas fireplace. Adjacent is a mahogany-paneled library with a second gas fireplace and four sets of French doors opening directly onto the picturesque 37' x 20' garden. There is a formal dining room and a chef's kitchen with Statuary White marble, top-of-the-line appliances, and a large pantry. A powder room and two coat closets complete this exceptional level. SECOND FLOOR A graceful curved staircase ascends to the second floor, which has 10'6" ceilings and a gracious landing. The extraordinary primary suite occupies the front of the home and features a dressing room with two custom walk-in closets and a windowed Calacatta Caldia marble bathroom with double sinks, a glass-enclosed shower, and a separate soaking tub. There are three additional south-facing bedrooms, each with custom closets and an en-suite marble bath. THIRD FLOOR This floor has 10-foot ceilings. A dramatic south-facing 36'5" living room has a wood-burning fireplace, six oversized windows, and two sets of French doors opening onto a south-facing terrace. There is a library and a formal dining room, each appointed with a wood-burning fireplace. A second eat-in kitchen has Statuary White marble countertops and a large center island with seating. There is also a powder room and a coat closet. FOURTH FLOOR The fourth floor also has 10-foot ceilings and features another primary suite with four custom closets and a large windowed Calacatta Caldia marble bathroom with two sinks, a separate shower, and a soaking tub. There are three additional bedrooms, each with custom closets and an en-suite marble bath. FIFTH FLOOR There is a study with an en-suite bathroom and direct access to the roof deck. ENGLISH BASEMENT There is a bedroom suite with a kitchenette and en-suite bath, the staf