Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Amsterdamsters, 6: The Willet-Holthuysen House

Vicki wanted to see the interior of one of the great canal-side houses, and the Willet-Holthuysen House, just across the canal from the Hermitage, filled the bill. It is a 17th century house, donated to the nation in 1895, after the Willet/Holthuysen couple died without issue. I think the historical society is still trying to decide whether it should be restored to 17th (famous) or 19th century (not so famous) standards. But it's still an interesting visit. The Wllet/Holthuysens were artsy collectors, and some of their posessions remain.
Canal-side entry



















Entry hall



















Ball room















Dining room















Pantry above dining room















First of several large withdrawing/display rooms















Nice little room displaying travels, mementos















In another display room















Canal-side view; water feature















Back-side view; the Willet-Holthuysens were definitely
Francophiles
















Boudoir















Top of the staircase, Paris and some goddesses;
life-sized




















More display















Ditto, overlooking the garden; nice place, Herengracht















On the way home, passing by the Flower Market, with this
one spectacular stall...

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