Sample room in Rybáře, Art Nouveau cultural monument in Rybáře, Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic
The Sample Room is an Art Nouveau building in Rybáře near Karlovy Vary designed as a display space for porcelain products. Its interior features the flowing curved lines and natural motifs typical of the style, with decorative elements crafted with careful attention to detail.
The building was constructed in 1905 as part of the Carl Knoll porcelain factory and served as a key exhibition space during the region's industrial expansion. Its creation reflected the economic boom Karlovy Vary experienced in that era.
The room displays how artistic design and commerce intertwined in the region through its carefully crafted interior meant to showcase manufactured goods. Visitors can observe how the space was shaped to impress customers while serving its practical business purpose.
Access is limited and typically requires advance booking or joining a guided tour to view the interior. Since the building is classified as endangered, visiting conditions may be restricted or change seasonally.
The building contains original handcrafted decoration techniques in its elements, preserving early 20th-century methods rarely seen in other structures. These artisanal details often go unnoticed but become apparent upon closer examination.
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