Description:
Constructed in a cubical design with a Dutch gable, this building was created by Puig i Cadafalch in 1900, and was the first building on the manzana. It stands in sharp contrast to its neighbor, the Gaudí-designed Casa Batlló . The architecture of the Casa Amatller, imposed on a pre-existing edifice, is a vision of ceramic, wrought iron, and sculptures. The structure combines grace notes of Flemish Gothic -- especially on the finish of the facade -- with elements of Catalan architecture. The gable outside is in the Flemish style. Look out for the sculptures of animals blowing glass and taking photos, both hobbies of the architect. They were executed by Eusebi Arnau, an artist much in demand by the modernistas.
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Highly Recommended 2009
- Highly Recommended 2010
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 93-216-01-75
- fax: +34 93 467 0194
Address:
- Passeig de Gràcia 41
- Barcelona, BARCELONA 08007
Neighborhood:
L'Eixample/Plaça CatalunyaHours:
- Ground floor open to public Mon-Sat 10am-7pm
Strenuousness:
- Easy
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