Vila Tereza, Cultural monument in Žižkov, Czech Republic.
Vila Tereza is a single-story building at the corner of Italská and Vozová streets, distinguished by its corner tower and blend of Neo-Renaissance elements. The property includes grounds with a garden and sculptural features.
The house was built in 1873 by Prague builder Josef Vevera using 19th-century construction standards. It later served as the Soviet trade representation office starting in 1922, establishing the first official Soviet diplomatic presence in Czechoslovakia.
The name references Therese Appolonia, the second wife of a former owner who gave the villa its identity. Today the building shapes the character of this Žižkov corner with its refined design and presence.
The building sits at a central intersection in Žižkov and is easy to reach on foot. The exterior facade is clearly visible from the street, though the interior garden is not open to visitors as the property serves official functions.
The garden holds a fountain decorated with a metal sculpture of the goddess Tyche from classical mythology. This artistic feature reflects how wealthy homeowners of the 1800s incorporated classical references into their residential spaces.
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