The original fireplace from the 1920's was restored to it's original grandeur, the wainscotting was refinished to a more even and deeper tone, the ceiling molding was added for dramatic effect, and ample lighting was added to transform this previously dreary and dark space. What a fantastic backdrop for exquisite furnishings!

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Dropped soffits were removed and original ceiling heights were restored with new crown moldings, paneled walls and custom built-ins, to bring Old World glamour back to this Upper East Side apartment. The traditional painted wood mantel ties in with the new paneled walls. The custom steel and gold-leafed fireplace screen is by La Forge Française. Photograph: Eric Piasecki

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