Close-up of the Green Gate (former residence of the Polish kings) in 16th century mannerist style at Gdansk, Poland


The Green Gate is a building which is clearly inspired by the Antwerp City Hall. It was built between 1568-1571 to serve as the formal residence of the Polish monarchs. It is a masterpiece by Regnier (or Reiner van Amsterdam), the architect from Amsterdam and reflects the influence of the Flemish architecture in the city. Hans Kramer. probably participated in the construction.


Size: 5242px × 3493px
Location: Long Market, Gdansk, Pomerania, Kashubian region, northern Poland, Central Europe, Europe
Photo credit: © DE ROCKER / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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