Ancient city council
History
The construction of this building takes place
due to the importance that the city had during 16th century. This grandeur
times began during the 15th century when Jerez was the residence of many noble
and also when the city began to export its goods to Europe and America.
This ancient City Council was built by Andrés
de Rivera, Diego Martín de Oliva y Bartolomé Sánchez.
From 1873 to few years ago, the building was
destined to the Public Library and the Archaeological Museum. Currently, it
uses again like city hall facilities.
Description
The construction started in 1575 and has three
facades in only one plant. The building has a main body and other next to it
with three arches. The two bodies are decorated with renaissance elements.
The facade of the main body has its hollow
lintels flanked by Corinthian orders with friezes. Above that, there are the
sculptures of the four virtues: prudence, justice, temperance and fortitude;
and also, there are classical sculptures with symbolic and power contents of
Hercules and Julio Cesar.
On the other hand, we have the open arches
supported on marble columns. The semi-detached Corinthian columns are sustained
in pedestals and finishing in upper stone balustrade that continues over the
whole facade.
Above the balustrade, there are classical vases
and above these the shields of the Royal House and the City Hall of Jerez.
Due to its aesthetics, this building is one of
the best examples of the renaissance architecture of Andalucía.
Visit
This building
is located at Plaza de la Asunción. The interior can only visit in especial
occasions.
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