Riga Merchant Guild, Medieval merchant building in Old Town, Latvia.
Riga Merchant Guild is a building in the Old Town core with Neo-Gothic architectural elements and ornately detailed stone facades. The structure houses concert halls and historic rooms featuring pointed arches and a decorated entrance portal.
The building was constructed between 1854 and 1859, replacing a 13th-century medieval brotherhood structure that had served Riga's merchant community. Later additions in the 20th century supplemented the original architecture with new artistic elements.
The building served as a gathering place for merchants and their guilds for centuries, and this trading legacy still shapes its appearance today. Decorated rooms and artworks reflect the importance this place held for Riga's commercial life.
The building sits near Livonian Square and is easily accessible from the street. Visitors can attend concerts and explore the historic rooms within.
The 1888 stained glass windows on the staircase depict the union of German merchants and represent a rare example of this craft. These artworks offer glimpses into the European trading networks of that era.
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