This beautiful door gives access to the Schielandhuis, which was built between 1662 and 1665.The citypalace would give accomodation to the polder committee for almost one and a half century. The architect was probably Pieter Post, an authority in the field of Dutch classicism.In one of my posts I mention him as the architect of the Weighhouse in Gouda and also of the townhall in Gouda.
The Schieland House has been used as a museum and gallery for quite some time now.
Beautiful details over the door.
Fortunately the Schielandhuis was not destroyed during the WWII
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what an amazing age that was!
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The door does the grand building justice and the glass in the windows is extremely beautiful! Must cast a great glow inside!
You do have rather grand architecture in the Netherlands Wil.
It's a beautiful door Will with all that intricate design in the top arch - very grand!
Fabulous doorway, Wil.
«Louis» was late in getting his Monday Doorways post up, but it is now published and «Louis» linked you.
What a lovely grand old building.
What a gorgeous door and building, Wil! Love the colorful glass work! I never cease to be amazed and awed by the beauty and architecture of your country and Europe in general! So delighted I was able to spend three years in Europe and travel to so many countries -- the very best and I still miss it!! Your captures and the history you include are superb as always! Thank you for sharing it with us! Hope you have a lovely week!
Sylvia
Beautiful architecture ! I also was surprised that it was still standing, I have been once in Rotterdam years ago and it just looked like all these destroyed cities like Frankfurt, high buildings and glass boxes and all old beautiful houses gone ! sad !
The doorway is very beautiful. Great shots.
Very classic doorway. Thanks for sharing.
I'm amazed that so much of the Netherlands did survive the Second World War.
It's certainly a beautiful building, Wil. I'm glad it wasn't destroyed in WWII.
I hope you are well, my friend!
Kay, Alberta, Canada
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The details are gorgeous on this building and doorway! I'd love to see what it looks like inside :)
Queenie
What a marvelous building. Not only is the door gorgeous, the entire structure is beautiful.
Striking photos!
Great details in the frame work.
What an exquisite doorway - love all the intricate details.
A gorgeous doorway, and equally gorgeous building! I love historic buildings and am so glad you posted this!
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