Chinese Artist Ai Weiwei Is Selling His Sleek Manhattan Pad for $2M
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The perfect arty perch in New York City is now on the market for $2 million.
Located in Chelsea, in the heart of Manhattan’s gallery scene, the one-bedroom, two-bath apartment is currently owned by Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei.
The loftlike apartment last changed hands in 2008 for $1,695,000, according to Realtor.com® data.
Ai is famous for his social activism as well as his contemporary work in such diverse fields as sculpture, photography, and public installations. But at home, he kept things plain and simple.
Here’s a peek inside his urban abode.
Main living space featuring some of Ai Weiwei’s artwork and sculptureH5 Property
Dining areaH5 Property
Soft blue kitchenH5 Property
This prewar condo apartment on the eighth floor offers about 1,400 square feet of open living space.
There are 12-foot ceilings, a bank of impressive south-facing windows, and a small alcove in the main room that could be set up as a home office.
Hardwood floors run throughout the apartment, which features a sleek kitchen arrangement of Bosch and Liebherr appliances, with a stunning glossy blue island and cabinetry. A guest bath, laundry next to the entryway, plus a large bedroom and bath with gorgeous tilework complete this city retreat.
The building’s amenities are myriad, including a leafy courtyard with a reflecting pool, a spectacular roof deck, 24/7 door attendants, a screening theater, a well-equipped gym, and private storage rooms in the basement.
Sunny bedroomH5 Property
More blue in the main bathH5 Property
On-site gymH5 Property
A relaxing rear courtyardH5 Property
Spacious common roof deckH5 Property
Ai was born in Beijing, but has lived abroad for years and currently resides in Portugal. He has made art from traditional media, such as marble, paint, and ceramics, as well as out of everyday items like sunflower seeds, bicycles, and wood.
Kyle Blackmon of Compass represents the listing.
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