Ernest Flagg, the architect, studied in Paris and designed a Beaux Arts building for Fifth Avenue (597 Fifth Avenue) that would be at home in Paris. Home to books for more than 70 years, today a cosmetics chain occupies the building's lower floors while other firms and businesses reside in upper floors.The word “Scribner” in the side of the building |
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The top registers with an elaborate dormer in the top center |
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The lowest floor and entrance |
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InteriorThe vaulted ceilings, balcony and ornate ironwork inside this landmark building are original. |
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Four medallions on the piers between the large bays with busts of printers: Benjamin Franklin, William Caxton, Johann Gutenberg, and Aldus Manutius |
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