ELEGANCE, LIGHT AND SPACE FROM 16TH FLOOR<br> <br> Perched on the 16th floor, this is a fabulous city home. The high ceilings, elegant floor plan, and three separate bedroom suites, plus a powder room, make this home a must see. Enter through the graceful gallery to a 65 ft. expanse with a south facing formal dining room and north living room. Off the living room find an inviting 10' x 15' balcony as well as an adjacent third bedroom (now open to the living room) with beautiful woodwork done by European master craftsmen. The bar (which can be hidden behind the cabinet doors) has inlaid burl marquetry, a large 120 bottle Summit wine cooler and ample storage.<br> <br> This versatile apartment boasts a living room, three primary size bedrooms (one currently open to living room), each with ensuite baths. The primary bedroom, flooded with light from the south and west windows is enhanced by a dressing area, an enormous closet, and an oversized marble bath with a with a tub and separate shower. The second bedroom is currently being used as a den with spectacular burl wool cabinetry. The third primary bedroom is open to the living room and its bath which is currently used as a walk in closet has the plumbing in place - so easily restored to a full bath. <br> <br> The huge windowed eat in kitchen has been opened to the staff room creating a wonderful space for a home office, or breakfast room and can be restored to the original plan creating a fourth bedroom and bath. The appliances include a Bosch washer and dryer and a Subzero refrigerator.<br> <br> This wonderful home has oak floors, generous custom closets, and sunny city views, south, north and west of the NYC skyline with partial river views.<br> <br> The Sovereign, one of the most renowned post war cooperatives, was designed by Emery Roth and Sons. The elegant and impressive International Style lobby has soaring ceilings accented by the sparkle of hand blown 1950's Venini chandeliers, designed by the Italian Architect Carlo Scarpa. The mid-century lobby has its original Rosewood panels and travertine marble floors and the lobby is further enhanced by a collection of curated paintings. With only two apartments per landing, these well designed and spacious homes evoke an old world feeling, with all the modern conveniences of zone controlled year round heat and air conditioning, powder rooms, balconies and exceptional closet space. Enjoy the lobby level gym, 24 hr. valet garage with Tesla charges and wonderful luxury service. Apartments can be purchased with a Trust, LLC or guarantor on a case by case basis.