dům Mickiewicz Building
The Mickiewicz house, originally called Maison Moderne, is a late Art Nouveau five-storey building with a residential mansard standing in New meadow 287 / 9 in the centre of the spa part of Karlovy Vary. The monuments built between 1908 and 1909 are located in the town monument zone and are remarkable by their architecture and association with Polish writer Adam Mickiewicz.
This building was built between 1908 and 1909 on the site of two older baroque houses called Pfeil or Arrows and Silberne Kanne or Silver Contains. The construction was carried out by the Carlsbad attorney Karl Fleischmann. The design and plan of the building was prepared by the Karlovy Vary builder Julius Kubíček. During the construction period of the house at the beginning of the twentieth century Karlovy Vary experienced the peak period of its spa flourishing as a worldwide sought-after place to meet political and cultural elite. In the Czech architecture, modern building styles, including late Art Nouveau, were fully promoted.
The building is solved as a street tritract connected by a three-arm staircase with a yard track. The front of the street is four-axis with a prism bay. It takes place in the middle of two axes up to the Mansard, is lined with pilasters and ended with a shackled shield. There is a mesonotte business gallery on the floor. The windows of the second floor in the middle are segmental, in side axes also segment and balcony, with balconies connected to the bay. On the third and fourth floors, the windows have a segment plan and cast iron railing is processed into Art Nouveau ornaments. The windows are lined with simple frame champagne. Above the crown ledge is a pair of Mansard windows closed the shields in the shape of a donkey's spine and the facade under the broken ledge decorated with Art Nouveau ornament.
Currently, the house is registered as a housing facility owned by a public limited company KHD a.s.
On 3 May 1958 the house was declared a cultural monument. In 2014, this building was maintained in the Urban Monument Zone Karlovy Vary Regeneration Programme in the list of real cultural monuments with the current status. An important interest is the memorial plate placed under the windows on the lower part of the bay. This reminds of the Polish writer and poet Adam Mickiewicz, who visited Karlovy Vary only once and in 1829 stayed in the original house of Silberne Kanne, which was then standing at the site of today's building. Mickiewicz Karlovy Vary's stay in Karlovy Vary also resembles a bust located in a park near the Richmond Hotel.
The Mickiewicz House presents a valuable example of late Art Nouveau architecture set in the historical centre of the spa town. When visiting Karlovy Vary, it is worth stopping in Nová louka street and looking at the facade of this monument as well as a commemorative plaque reminiscent of the residence of an important historical personality.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1909
- Finishing the construction of a house called Maison Moderne.
- 1958
- House declaration for cultural heritage.
- 2014
- The house was registered in the Urban Monument Zone Karlovy Vary Regeneration Programme.
Architectural development
The building was built between 1908 and 1909 as a standard five-storey house with a residential mansard and a street tritractor. The facade is decorated by a prism bay lined with Pillasters and ended with a broken shield. In the parterre there is a mesonotte business gallery and the facade under the broken ledge complements the Art Nouveau Ornament.
Historical events
From 1908 to 1909, a new house was built on the site of older buildings. On 3 May 1958 the house was declared a cultural monument. In 2014, the building was led in the Urban Monument Zone Karlovy Vary Restoration Programme.
Owners
KHD a.s.
Points of interest
- House Mickiewicz is a late Art Nouveau five-storey building with a residential mansard standing in Nová louka street in the centre of the spa part of Karlovy Vary, which was built between 1908 and 1909. - The construction was built on the site of two older baroque houses called Pfeil or Arrows and Silberne Kanne or Silver Contains. - The construction was carried out by the Karlovy Vary attorney Karl Fleischmann and the design was processed by the Karlovy Vary builder Julius Kubíček. - Under the windows on the lower part of the bay, there is a commemorative plaque reminiscent of the Polish writer and poet Adam Mickiewicz, who was staying in the original Silberne Kanne building in 1829. On 3 May 1958, the house was declared a cultural monument.
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Welcome to the spa heart of Karlovy Vary. You're standing right now in front of a remarkable historical building we know under the name dům Mickiewicz, and you put on headphones to get to know her story. Look around you in a street called New meadow and let the atmosphere of this place breathe on you. Right in front of you is a standard five-storey object that catches your attention with its elegance and unmistakable impact. Let's look into the past together and explore the details that make this building so special.
Let's move on in time to the beginning of the twentieth century. Between nineteen and eight and nineteen hundred, this house grew up according to the design of a gifted Karlovy Vary builder whose name was Julius Kubíček. However, the new construction was not created on empty land. The place you are now standing on used to hide two older houses built in an earlier style called the Arrow and also the Silver kettle, or the original German words Pfeil and Silberne Kanne. When the new construction was completed in nineteen hundred and nine, it was originally proud of the name of the modern house at that time.
Now pay attention to the architecture itself and the details you have right in front of you. Take a look at the four-axis street facade of this building. Note the distinctive element, which is the prism shape coming out of the mass of the house, and also the residential Mansards at the top of the object. The whole building bears the characteristics of the late Art Nouveau style, which is reflected in the overall concept of facade and balance of shapes. Julius Kubíček has created a work here, which is still an invisible part of the urban development.
When we talk about this house, we also need to mention the important personalities whose names are linked to this place. It is no coincidence that the house today bears the name of the famous Polish poet and romantic creator who was Adam Mickiewicz. His legacy lives on here. Another important character associated with history was also Karl Fleischmann. These personalities give the place a deeper dimension and remind us that Karlovy Vary was not only a place of rest, but also a crossroads of great ideas and creative souls.
An interesting fact, which is worth mentioning, is the fate of the house during the twentieth century. In nineteen hundred and fifty-eight, this building was officially declared a cultural monument, confirming its undisputed historical and architectural value. Decades later, namely in the year fourteen of the new millennium, the house was also registered in the Restoration Programme of the City Monument Zone Karlovy Vary. Thanks to this, this memory is properly taken care of to preserve its original character for generations to come.
At the end of our meeting today, I would like to invite you to explore the surrounding streets and discover other treasures of this famous spa town. I believe that the view of dům Mickiewicz has enriched you with a visit to Karlovy Vary and that you will bring back good memories. Thank you for your attention, I bid you farewell and wish you the rest of the day on your next journey.
Tips for visitors
The best time to visit the surroundings of the Mickiewicz House is early in the morning or in the morning, when the spa area is quiet and offers a unique atmosphere for a peaceful walk. Take with you comfortable shoes suitable for walking on spa colonnades, a drinking bottle for tasting local springs and a small wallet for small expenses. For photography, choose the morning sun, which radiates the Art Nouveau facade of the house in New meadow and adjacent park with Adam Mickiewicz's bust near the Richmond Hotel. In the immediate vicinity, you can visit the whole spa area of Karlovy Vary and the picturesque New meadow within 30 minutes, which will also appreciate families with children, for which this flat route is ideal and easy to discover local history.
Frequently asked questions
Can the monument be visited?
The building is in use (offices, a school, shops and the like). The interior is generally accessible only during operating hours and tours are not usually offered; we have not verified the details. You can see the exterior from the street.
Where is the monument?
Location: Karlovy Vary, Karlovarský kraj. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
Why is the monument protected?
It is listed in the Central List of Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic as a cultural monument (register no. 1000146773).
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Nearby
Lázeňská část Karlových Varů, Nová louka, park s bustou Adama Mickiewicze nedaleko hotelu Richmond.
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Thematic walking route in the footsteps of the famous Polish poet in the spa town:
1. Park with a bust of Adam Mickiewicz near the Richmond Hotel Type: Monument and park Why is it worth a visit: This quiet green area hides a dignified bust reminiscent of a great creator's stay at the spa. The surrounding environment offers pleasant stops and reminds of deep historical links between the author and this place.
2. House Mickiewicz Type: Historical monument Why is it worth a visit: It is the main destination of the whole trip, linked to the residence and residence of an important poet during his visit to the city. The building bears a memorable clue to the famous personality of world literature.
3. New meadow Type: Spa Promenade Why is it worth a visit: The route continues with this famous walking path, which the poet himself liked to discover on his walks along the river. It allows you to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the historical spa core.
4. Spa area of Karlovy Vary Type: Architectural and historical whole Why is it worth a visit: This whole area forms a picturesque scene for discovering the clues of the famous figures of the past. Visitors here may perceive the genius loci who lured artists from all over Europe.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring in the spa town awakens the surrounding forests into fresh green colors and the sun rays pleasantly irradiate the historical facade of the house where the famous Polish poet stayed. The atmosphere is calm and quiet, ideal for the perception of literary history without rush. It is recommended to put on fixed shoes for walking around the surrounding parks and light jacket because spring weather is usually variable and cold wind can surprise. The best time to visit is in the morning when the morning fog rises above the valley of the river.
Summer brings to the spa the main tourist season full of bustle and sunny weather, which intensively irradiates the window tables of the monument building and adjacent colonnade area. The surrounding nature is in full bloom and offers a shady refuge under grown trees in adjacent parks. Due to the high number of tours and spa guests, there is a great deal of people around the house, and therefore it is very reasonable to come first thing in the morning before opening or late afternoon. Choose breathable clothes and headgear against the sun as the valley temperatures may rise quite high.
Autumn turns the spa landscape into a varied palette of yellow, red and brown shades that create a melancholy and highly inspiring atmosphere around the historic house. The sun is already warmer and its rays create long shadows on the facade, which will be especially appreciated by lovers of aesthetic photography. The number of tourists falls significantly after the end of the main summer period, so you can enjoy the interior in complete peace. A warm sweater, waterproof coat and comfortable shoes to wet fallen leaves are suitable for walks in the city and adjacent sides. The best time for the tour is early afternoon, when daylight still pleasantly illuminates the autumn landscape.
Winter gives this place a quiet and fairy-tale feel, especially when the snow cover covers the roof of the spa houses and the smoke rises from the chimneys to the freezing air. The lighting of the monument is a specific early dimming and artificial reflectors that conjure up a cozy atmosphere in advent time. The crowds disappear completely and the visitor has the entire exhibition almost for himself. It is necessary to count on shorter opening times and it is absolutely necessary to wear a high-quality winter jacket, a warm hat, gloves and non-slip shoes due to frozen sidewalks. The ideal time for visiting is around noon, when the daily temperatures reach their daily maximum.
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