A historic apartment in Manhattan, where American artist Jackson Pollock lived and worked prior to his international breakthrough, is on the market for 1.99 million US dollars. The property is situated in the storied Greenwich Village neighbourhood and occupies the top floor of an 1827 Federal-style townhouse.
Pollock moved into the flat in the early 1930s at the age of 20, alongside his elder brother Charles and Charles's wife Elizabeth. At the time, he was studying under painter Thomas Hart Benton, years before developing his famous drip-painting technique. Most recently, the property belonged to technology entrepreneur Fergus Hurley, who is handling the sale via agent Shane Boyle of Compass.
Architecture and layout of the top floor
The condominium covers an area of 690 square feet and opens out beneath a vaulted ceiling featuring original timber beams painted white and exposed brick walls. A generous skylight along the roofline directs natural daylight into the open-plan living and dining area. A functional fireplace is harmoniously integrated into the historic brickwork.
Opposite the living space is the open kitchen, fitted with light wood fronts. One level up lies an open loft area beneath another skylight. This space is currently used as a study, but would be equally suited as a studio or additional guest room. The bedroom sits under the sloping roof with views of the surrounding streets and tree canopies, whilst the bathroom is fully clad in blue tiles and equipped with a walk-in shower.
- —Location: Greenwich Village Historic District, Manhattan, New York
- —Asking price: 1.99 million US dollars
- —Living area: 690 square feet (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom)
- —Features: Open fireplace, skylights, mezzanine level and access to a landscaped communal garden
Historic heritage in Greenwich Village
The building looks back on a diverse history: in the 1850s, it served as a manufactory for millinery and women's hats, before becoming a retreat for artists in the 20th century. Since 2010, the townhouse has officially been protected as part of the Greenwich Village Historic District.
Owner Fergus Hurley carefully maintained the apartment's historic characteristics, combining them with contemporary living comfort. As he now spends most of his time between Miami and San Francisco, the historic New York property is seeking a new owner. Alongside the private spaces, residents also have access to a landscaped courtyard with seating and a barbecue area.
