Baryczka House in Warsaw, Gothic townhouse in Old Town Market Square, Warsaw, Poland
Description
Baryczka House is a four-story townhouse on Rynek Starego Miasta that blends Gothic features with Renaissance elements added later. Its facade displays vertical divisions with window rows at each level and stone ornaments that show the building's age and craftsmanship.
History
The building was erected in 1440 as a Gothic structure and underwent extensive changes between 1629 and 1633 when the Baryczka family added another floor and updated the facade. This expansion reflects the growing wealth of Warsaw and the embrace of Renaissance influences at that time.
Culture
The house takes its name from the Baryczka family who owned it in the 17th century and left their mark on its design. The stacked floors and repeated window patterns visible today reflect how wealthy Warsaw merchants displayed their prosperity through their homes.
Practical
The house is located in Warsaw's Old Town near multiple transit stations, making it easy to reach by public transportation. The area has well-maintained walkways and draws many visitors, so walking around is straightforward.
Did you know?
During restoration work in 1912, workers discovered original painted ceiling beams and decorations from the 17th century hidden beneath upper layers. These findings reveal that the interior was once far more colorful and elaborate than today's exterior suggests.
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