Glenview Mansion, Victorian Gothic mansion in Yonkers, United States.
Description
Glenview Mansion is a historic house in Yonkers featuring French Second Empire design combined with Gothic elements, constructed from grey stone with ornamental details. The most distinctive visual feature is its mansard roof dressed in colorful slate tiles and trimmed with intricate sandstone work.
History
Wall Street stockbroker John Bond Trevor commissioned architect Charles W. Clinton to design and complete this residence in 1877. This period marked the height of mansion building for New York's financial elite along the Hudson River.
Culture
The mansion reflects the refined taste and craftsmanship of American Victorian design through its carefully selected furnishings and architectural details. Walking through its rooms, you experience how wealthy families displayed their status and appreciation for fine artistry during the late 1800s.
Practical
The property is open to visitors through guided tours offered as part of the Hudson River Museum located at 511 Warburton Avenue in Yonkers. Plan your visit in advance since tour availability varies throughout the week.
Did you know?
The residence has been featured as a filming location for the HBO series The Gilded Age, allowing viewers to see its authentic interiors and architecture on screen. This connection to contemporary television has introduced the house to a wider modern audience interested in period drama.
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