An Abandoned Mansion In NYC Raises Questions

This Indoor Tennis Court Is Now Resting Space For Garbage

The home’s indoor tennis court is perhaps one of the most stunning pieces of the property. The entire ceiling is covered with gigantic, expansive windows that let in tons of natural light. It’s as close as you can get to being outside but still having the temperature controlled (New York winters can be fierce, but the owners of this house wanted to play tennis year round). Though this giant tennis court was probably frequently used and well-maintained, it’s become a home for junk rather than a place of entertaining. Old tables, fans, and debris from the crumbling walls litter the room. There’s even an abandoned car, turning this space into a regular old junkyard.

The Home Is A Time Capsule For Victorian Design

Though the 1930s were synonymous with art deco and the ’70s were known for gaudy shag carpets and brown-tones, the mansion’s owners favored Victorian interior design. This is evident from the furniture and accents in this crumbling room. Victorian design was favored in the mid-1800s to early 1900s, and marked by bold prints, dark patterned wall paper, ornate details and rich jewel tones. It also often contained elements of the Gothic Revival like the arched shelving or decorative pillars in this photo. The gold finish and ornate carvings in this room’s trophy cases also give a nod to Victorian design, which is a unique choice for a family in the 1970s.