Bob Dylan and Andy Warhol’s Castle Home in Los Angeles

A.F. Leicht’s grand art nouveau mansion

Almost two acres of gardens and landscape surround celebrated architect A.F. Leicht’s grand art nouveau mansion overlooking panoramic city views from downtown to the ocean. Indescribable interior details emanate from Egyptian-inspired geometric pillars and repeating arched passageways overlooked by curving gilded ceilings.

Collaboration with realtor Daria Greenbaum. Instagram, website.

 

Bob Dylan and Andy Warhol

Public rooms inspire awe—from the majestic two-story living room to the octagonal lounge/study rooms with endless windows surveying the private acreage. Private bedroom suites are perfectly arranged for guests or family. Historic pedigree of ownership and residents include legendary performers of the ’60s music revolution, recent headline musicians, oil industry heirs, and recognized artists.

 

The Opulent Legacy of Alfred Frederick Leicht: Architectural Marvels of Old Hollywood

Born in Connecticut in 1862, Adolphus Frederick Leicht began his architectural practice in Queens but moved to California after World War I. The classically trained architect's boldly theatrical designs were highly sought after during the glamorous era of Old Hollywood. Between 1922 and 1929, Architect Alfred Frederick Leicht designed approximately 24 opulent homes in the Los Feliz and Hollywood neighborhoods, including residences for notable figures such as D.R.

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