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Boterwaag, Weigh house in The Hague, Netherlands.

The Boterwaag building features a Neoclassical design with visible weighing scales and a brass bell on its facade at Prinsegracht street.

Architect Bartholomeus van Bassen completed the left section of the structure in 1650, with a right extension added in 1681 for additional weighing operations.

The upstairs portion of the building served as a meeting place for the Confrerie Pictura, an association of painters who separated from the Guild of St. Luke.

The right section of the building functions as a cafe, allowing visitors to experience the historical space while enjoying refreshments.

Original weighing scales from 1681 remain visible inside the building, demonstrating the preservation of its commercial heritage.

Location: The Hague

Inception: 1650

Architects: Bartholomeus van Bassen

GPS coordinates: 52.07528,4.30861

Latest update: March 11, 2025 19:16

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