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Biblisches Haus
Biblical scenes captured in Renaissance reliefs
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The Biblical House in the historic center of Görlitz is renowned for its façade reliefs depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments, making it one of Germany's most famous Renaissance structures. Built in 1570 by Hans Heintze, the house is significant for its artistic and historical value, featuring a narrow three-story hall inside. Architect Hans Kramer the Younger crafted this monument, located on Neißstraße, linking Untermarkt and the Altstadt Bridge.
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The house bears the inscription: 'GOTT IST MEIN HELFFER ERLOSSER UND THRESTER AUF DEN VORLASSE ICH MICH ALLEINE 1570.'
Quick Facts
- Founded
- January 17, 1570
- Architect
- Hans Kramer d. J.
- Heritage Status
- Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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