Biblisches Haus, Renaissance merchant house in Görlitz, Germany
Description
The Biblisches Haus is a Renaissance merchant building in Görlitz whose main facade is decorated with elaborate stone reliefs depicting biblical scenes. Its interior is organized around a notable staircase hall that is typical of trading houses built in this city during that era.
History
The building was constructed between 1570 and 1572 for woad merchant Hans Heinze, demonstrating the economic power linked to long-distance trade. This was a flourishing period for Görlitz when wealthy merchants displayed their riches through impressive structures.
Culture
The building takes its name from the biblical scenes carved in stone across its facade, making religious stories visible to everyone passing by. These depictions show how religious education and craftsmanship came together in daily city life during that time.
Practical
The building is open for guided tours where visitors can explore the historical rooms and their original layout. It is worth asking about tour times in advance, as they are not available every day.
Did you know?
Extensive restoration work in the early 2000s recovered the original room divisions, restoring the building to its historical appearance. This allows visitors today to see the actual spatial arrangement that was typical for merchant houses of that period.
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