The neoclassical house at the intersection of Klimentovsky and Golikovsky lanes is known as Doctor Eberlin's house. It was built in 1913 according to the design of architect Boris Mikhailovich Velikovsky. Golikovsky lane noticeably narrows at this house, which serves as a reminder of Moscow's history.
In the 18th century, a standard width for the streets and lanes of the city was established. In places where the lanes were narrower than the norm, homeowners whose buildings extended beyond the red line had to construct new buildings in a different location during renovations. This was planned to change all the streets of Moscow. Doctor Eberlin's house was built in the 20th century. To avoid losing part of his land, the owner appealed to the city Duma with a request not to widen the lane, as it was quiet and little-trafficked. The Duma agreed, and now the lane has retained its 18th-century dimensions.
Afanasy Moiseevich Eberlin was a doctor of medicine, an associate professor at the university, a physician at Golitsyn Hospital, and a state councilor. He built the house according to his lifestyle. The first floor, raised on a high semi-basement, housed two large apartments for wealthy tenants. The second floor was occupied by Doctor Eberlin's gynecological clinic, which included a maternity ward, an operating room, and spacious wards for affluent patients. The third floor contained two apartments for the doctor’s family and relatives. The fourth floor had three smaller apartments for rent. The fifth floor was intended for students and artists with limited means. The attic featured a winter garden with a glass roof, which is now covered with metal sheeting.
Notably, the house lacks apartment No. 13, and this has remained unchanged. After 1917, Doctor Eberlin continued to work at the clinic, but in the mid-1920s he went to a symposium in Paris and did not return. Soon the clinic closed, and the house became entirely residential.
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