The Atelier at 33 West 67th St. #5FE

The Atelier, an original Artist Studio bldg on West 67th, reveals a one-of-a-kind rarely available duplex apartment. The home & studio for over 40 yrs of the late Philippe Halsman, world-renowned portrait photographer, overflows with memories of historic photo shoots & photographs as famous as his subjects. Marilyn Monroe, the Kennedys, Salvador Dali, & so many more posed in the monumental living room/studio & dined with the Halsmans in the formal dining room. Originally artist studios, the homes in this turn-of-the-century bldg were occupied by a celebrated group of artists & illustrators who turned W. 67th St into an artistic epicenter. Apt 5FE boasts large-scale proportions, including 18 ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, & double-height windows that allow beautiful northern light to flood the room. Intimate-scaled formal dining room w/ south light can seat 12-14 people with ease. Den & spacious kitchen are also south-facing & any of the three rooms can be opened into the oth Apartment Features: North exposure, South exposure, Wood-burning fireplace, Partial city view, Beamed ceiling, Light – excellent, Windows – oversized Building Features: Roof deck, Private storage, Central laundry room