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Photo 582-926-265: Excelsior Hotel

View from the northwest at Columbus Avenue and 81st Street

Excelsior Hotel: View from the northwest at Columbus Avenue and 81st Street

Connected to Excelsior Hotel (New York City)

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Assigned category: full exterior view
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