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Hodshon Huis, Neoclassical mansion on Spaarne, Haarlem, Netherlands

The Hodshon Huis features four reception rooms on the main floor, with a prominent bay window offering views over the Spaarne River.

Architect Abraham van der Hart constructed this residence in 1794 for Cornelia Catharina Hodshon along the Spaarne riverbank in Haarlem.

The Blue Room contains 25 pilasters with Greek Ionic capitals and reliefs depicting the four seasons, created by craftsman J.J. Martin.

The mansion serves as headquarters for the Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities, opening to visitors during Monument Day events.

The Etruscan Room displays decorative paintings influenced by ancient Greek vase art, with portraits of Society members on its walls.

Location: Haarlem

Inception: 1794

Architects: Abraham van der Hart

Architectural style: neoclassicism

GPS coordinates: 52.37959,4.63965

Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:55

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