The visual impact of the neo-Renaissance structure derives from its monumental size, fortress-like appearance, fine proportions and the overall quality of construction.
It set the precedent for many later banks which were greatly influenced by its design.

The building was erected from 1919 to 1924, with an eastward extension built in 1935, all designed by York and Sawyer with decorative ironwork by Samuel Yellin of Philadelphia.
This massive building occupies an entire city block, reaching fourteen stories tall with five additional floors underground.
The building tapers to become very narrow at its east end, following the footprint of the block it stands on.


The stone exterior of the building is reminiscent of an early Italian Renaissance palace, such as Florence's Palazzo Strozzi and Palazzo Vecchio, a deliberate choice so as to inspire trust and confidence in the institution within.
The horizontal and vertical joints of the facade's stones  are deeply grooved or rusticated.
 Other features include lanterns and window grills constructed of wrought iron.
The visual impact of the neo-Renaissance structure derives from its monumental size, fortress-like appearance, fine proportions and the overall quality of construction. It set the precedent for many later banks which were greatly influenced by its design.
The building was erected from 1919 to 1924, with an eastward extension built in 1935, all designed by York and Sawyer with decorative ironwork by Samuel Yellin of Philadelphia. This massive building occupies an entire city block, reaching fourteen stories tall with five additional floors underground. The building tapers to become very narrow at its east end, following the footprint of the block it stands on.

The stone exterior of the building is reminiscent of an early Italian Renaissance palace, such as Florence's Palazzo Strozzi and Palazzo Vecchio, a deliberate choice so as to inspire trust and confidence in the institution within. The horizontal and vertical joints of the facade's stones  are deeply grooved or rusticated.  Other features include lanterns and window grills constructed of wrought iron.
Federal Reserve Bank of New York Building