Granvelle Palace, Renaissance palace in Brussels, Belgium.
The palace displayed square courtyard architecture with a central staircase tower crowned by a prominent cupola at its summit point.
The construction of Granvelle Palace in 1555 by architect Sebastien van Noyen marked a transition period between medieval and early modern design principles.
The palace contained a collection of sculptures, including a Venus and Cupid, reflecting the Renaissance appreciation for classical artworks in noble residences.
From 1842 to 1928, the structure functioned as the main building of the Free University of Brussels before its demolition in 1931.
The palace site now houses the Ravenstein Gallery, following the building's removal to accommodate the North-South railway connection through central Brussels.
Location: City of Brussels
Inception: 1555
Architects: Sebastien van Noyen
GPS coordinates: 50.84480,4.35845
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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