Classiques Modernes

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I CLOSED MY EYES AND SHE SLIPPED AWAY - Boston perform “More Than a Feeling” (1976). Released in August 1976, the debut Boston album sent shockwaves through the music industry. It was a true Cinderella story – a band appearing out of nowhere, turning the world upside down and injecting fresh hope into a scene that was fast dying on its feet. To achieve this ‘overnight’ success, Boston leader Tom Scholz braved rejection, ridicule, near poverty and endless humiliation. He spent roughly six years ignoring his detractors, hidden in a basement tweaking songs, overdubbing and refining parts until the tapes literally began to disintegrate. Some laughed. Some were worried for his sanity. Most felt that he needed to get out a bit more rather than hang on to a crazy dream that was slowly slipping away. Then, one day, things changed. This is the story of an unassuming garage musician from Toledo who launched Boston, the biggest new rock band of the 1970s. He was the creator of a hit machine, turning them into an American phenomenon, dominating FM radio by crafting one of the biggest-selling debut albums of all time. Sales to date are in excess of 17 million and still going strong. However, by 1980 Boston had crash-landed, with ex-bandmates embarking on a bitter war of words that still continues 30 years later. Enjoy

📍 1211 Park Avenue, New York NY $10,250,00
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A dapper classical revival limestone facade belies 5,200 sq. ft. of luxuriously modern interiors at this stunning 6-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom townhouse nestled in the Carnegie Hill Historic District.

Rising 5 stories and spanning 20 ft. wide, this one-of-a-kind home was built in the late 19th century and has been modernized to the exacting standards of the present. Old-world details like ceiling medallions, crown molding, four fireplaces with original mantels, stained glass, and tall windows with charming grills blend with contemporary elements like integrated surround sound speakers, multi-zone A/C, custom built-ins, and a state-of-the-art security system.

The main level of the home has a spacious living and dining area, a central hall with a powder room, and a sun-drenched eat-in kitchen that opens up onto a lovely dining terrace with a built-in grilling station. The kitchen is equipped with custom wall-to-wall cabinets, a huge island with built-in banquette seating, and high-end stainless steel appliances. 

One level up are a guest bedroom and tranquil library. The library has an attached wet bar, while the bedroom has a windowed en-suite bathroom and a walk-in dressing room with built-in closets.

Two more bedrooms and a fully-equipped laundry room sit on the fourth floors of the home. Each bedroom has a full en-suite bathroom and feature designer customizations like built-in bunk beds, desk space, shelving, and more.

On the fifth level is a skylit primary suite that is a sanctuary unto itself. It is adorned with chic built-ins, a windowed dressing room, and a windowed en-suite bathroom with custom tile work, a double vanity, a walk-in shower, and a deep freestanding soaking tub. Just off the primary suite is a spacious rooftop terrace with open city views.

The garden level has an additional bedroom and bathroom, an office space, and access to the backyard. The basement features a final guest bedroom and bathroom as well as a gym and media room.
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“A Roman Summer Evening”

“L’Azzurro e il Celeste”

My niece’s work, exhibited at Christie’s Rockefeller Center. She’s in 2nd grade.