Cartier Building, Neoclassical commercial building on Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, United States.
The Cartier Building is a Neoclassical commercial structure on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, featuring a limestone facade and ornate pavilion facing 52nd Street. The five-story structure houses retail spaces across multiple floors with specialized areas for jewelry, watches, and private consultation rooms arranged by seasonal themes.
The building was completed in 1905 as a mansion and changed hands in 1917 through a notable exchange. Morton Plant transferred the property to Pierre Cartier, who paid one million dollars plus a double-strand natural pearl necklace of comparable value.
The interior features wall sculptures by Peter Lane and mosaics by Beatrice Serre that reflect New York themes, woven into the building's design. These artworks shape the experience as you move through the spaces, connecting craftsmanship with refinement.
The location is easily reached on foot and sits on a busy street with many nearby restaurants and shops. Visitors should know this is a high-end retail destination where casual dress is welcome but polished appearance is typical.
A hidden attic space is concealed within an architectural frieze, preserving original structural elements from the building's early years. This concealed chamber reflects how interior space was used at multiple levels during the mansion period.
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