MAS Proposed Downtown Landmark #12
Where: 470-472 Fulton Street When: Circa 1900 Why: This four-story commercial building retains much of its original architectural character, including its three-sided, angled, pressed-metal bays. Of special interest are the three surviving cat faces, composed of classical details such as swags and anthemia. Although they may have originally been part of an advertisement, these cat…
Where: 470-472 Fulton Street
When: Circa 1900
Why: This four-story commercial building retains much of its original architectural character, including its three-sided, angled, pressed-metal bays. Of special interest are the three surviving cat faces, composed of classical details such as swags and anthemia. Although they may have originally been part of an advertisement, these cat heads appear to be a unique feature of the original decorative scheme.
Architecturally Significant Buildings [Municipal Arts Society] GMAP
On a similar subject – the old Bankruptcy Court next to the main post office on Cadman Plaza has opened after extensive repairs. All the original details have been refurbished and it is SPECTACULAR!!! Unfortunately I was not allowed to take pictures. I highly recommend taking a look inside – its real Brooklyn grandeur