Huis met de Hoofden

The Huis met de Hoofden features six decorative stone heads on its facade, representing Roman deities including Apollo, Ceres, Mercury, Minerva, Bacchus, and Diana.

Built in 1622 for stock trader Nicolaas Sohier, the house was designed by architect Hendrick de Keyser and later completed by his son Pieter after his father's death.

The De Geer family transformed the residence into an intellectual center where traders, scientists, and philosophers gathered to exchange knowledge and ideas.

Located at Keizersgracht 123, the building now functions as the Embassy of the Free Mind, offering exhibitions and programs about culture, music, art, and science.

The structure maintains its original 17th-century interior elements, including a stone portal, wooden door frames, and late 18th-century grand staircase.

Location: Amsterdam

Inception: 1622

Architects: Hendrick de Keyser

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

Address: Keizersgracht 123 1015CJ

GPS coordinates: 52.37643,4.88741

Latest update: May 11, 2025 07:53