Helblinghaus
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Helblinghaus is a historical building in the Old Town of Innsbruck, Austria. It is famous for its elaborate Baroque façade with Rococo stucco decorations. It was built in the 15th century and renovated in the 18th century by Anton Gigl. Helblinghaus is named after Sebastian Helbling, who owned the building in the 19th century. Helblinghaus is located across from the Golden Roof, another landmark of Innsbruck, and is one of the most photographed buildings in the city.
The History of Helblinghaus
The Helblinghaus was originally built in the 15th century in the Gothic style, as part of a row of houses that belonged to the wealthy merchants and nobles of Innsbruck. The house was named after the Helbling family, who owned it from 1800 to 1827. However, the house underwent a major transformation in the 18th century, when it was purchased by Johan Fischer, who served as the treasurer of the Hall mint.
Fischer was a patron of the arts and commissioned the Italian stucco artist Anton Gigl to decorate the facade of the house with elaborate baroque ornaments. Gigl created a stunning masterpiece of stucco work, featuring intricate designs of flower tendrils, fruit bunches, shells, and Putti (cherubic figures). The stucco work covers the entire facade of the house, from the ground floor to the roof, and gives the impression of a richly carved stone sculpture.
The Gothic Origins of Helblinghaus
Despite the baroque makeover, the Helblinghaus still retains some traces of its Gothic origins. The most notable feature is the orioles, or bay windows, that protrude from the facade. The orioles were initially adorned with late Gothic ornaments, such as tracery, pinnacles, and crockets. The remains of these ornaments were discovered during a restoration in 1932 on the southern bay window. The restoration also revealed the original Gothic windows and doors of the house, which were hidden behind the stucco work.
The Helblinghaus is a remarkable example of how a Gothic town house was transformed into a baroque masterpiece. The house reflects the changing tastes and styles of its owners and the times they lived in. The Helblinghaus is not open to the public, but you can admire its facade from the outside and marvel at the craftsmanship and artistry of the stucco work.
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