The dwelling house of a craftsman or merchant ("house on the market"). It was built in 1721 opposite the town hall with shopping malls. This is the only surviving example of urban housing with a distinctive facade, typical of buildings of this type in the first half of the XVIII century. The plan of the two-storey house is now difficult to restore, as it has been radically rebuilt several times. One can only assume that it was divided into residential and industrial parts. The main facade wall of the Baroque character is of the greatest interest. Its high shaped outline hides a gable roof. The "house on the market" combines structures made of wood (second floor) and brick (ground floor). However, it is not noticeable from the side of the square: the brick main facade gives the building its monumentality and representativeness.
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Марина Захарова
Level 11 Local Expert
May 1, 2024
The only surviving example of urban housing in the country in the first half of the 18th century with a Baroque facade.