Villa from the end of the 19th century between Weteringschans and Singelgracht, opposite the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
The Singelgracht is the waterway that borders the entire Amsterdam Center and flows along the Nassaukade, Stadhouderskade and Mauritskade. Formerly the canal and the ramparts on the city side formed the outer defenses of the city. The name is related to the Dutch word omsingelen, "to surround", and comes ultimately from Latin cingulum, meaning "belt". Other Dutch towns also have ring-shaped canals named Singel. For two centuries, Amsterdam had a characteristic crescent-shaped layout. In the last quarter of the 19th century, Amsterdam expanded beyond the Singelgracht. The ramparts were demolished and Marnixstraat, Weteringschans and Sarphatistraat were developed. Unique villas that stand out from the typical Amsterdam architecture. These villas are opposite of the Rijksmuseum, and a rare example of eclecticism architecture. An example of this is the villa located at De Weteringschans 24, which was built between 1878 and 1880 and designed by architect Laarman. This villa is considered a national monument, and its architecture also includes neo renaissance details. Parts of the original fence haven been preserved. A hidden story here is that, in 1933, the interior was destroyed by a blazing fire. In the aftermath, the then residents noticed that fur items, money and precious jewelry were missing. Half a year later, two Austrian servants were convicted for setting fire and stealing the valuables.
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Location: between Weteringschans and Singelgracht, opposite the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
Photo credit: © John Gaffen / Alamy / Afripics
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