Fuller Building facts for kids
The Fuller Building is a tall office building, also called a skyscraper, in Manhattan, New York City. You can find it at 41 East 57th Street, right on the corner of Madison Avenue. It was built in 1929 for a company called the Fuller Construction Company. They had moved from another famous building, the Flatiron Building.
The building was designed by architects Walker & Gillette. They used the Art Deco style, which was popular at the time. This style often uses bold shapes and rich decorations. The outside of the Fuller Building has special sculptures made by an artist named Elie Nadelman. Inside, the entrance areas and lobbies are very fancy. They have shiny marble walls, bronze details, and mosaic floors.
A writer named Christopher Gray once said in The New York Times that the building was "a jazz-age testament to the emerging commercial chic of 57th Street." This means it showed how stylish and important 57th Street was becoming for businesses in the 1920s. Another guide, the AIA Guide to New York City, called it "The Brooks Brothers of Art Deco." This is a fun way to say it looks classic and well-dressed, like the clothing brand.
The Fuller Building is considered very important in New York City's history. Because of this, it was named a New York City Landmark in 1986. This helps protect its special design and history for the future.
Art Galleries and History
The Fuller Building is famous for being home to many important art galleries in New York. Over the years, many different galleries have been located here. Some of them have moved or closed, but new ones often take their place.
Some of the galleries that have been in the building include:
- David Benrimon Fine Art
- Nailya Alexander Gallery
- DAG Modern
- Tom Gitterman Gallery
- Howard Greenberg Gallery
- David Findlay Jr. Gallery
- Katharina Rich Perlow Gallery
- Jason McCoy Inc Gallery
- Zabriskie Gallery
- Hirschl & Adler
These galleries often show different kinds of art, from paintings and sculptures to photographs. The building has been a key place for art lovers and collectors for many years. It continues to be an important spot for the art world in New York City.
Images for kids
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Upper story detail (center right) with the Four Seasons Hotel in the background
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Base as seen from across Madison Avenue and 57th Street
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Viewed from across Madison Avenue and 57th Street
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See also
In Spanish: Fuller Building para niños
