Harlovskaya “Bankovaya” – Nikolaevskaya Square. <br>(Part 2)8 photos
#### Kharkov’s “Banking” District – Nikolaevskaya Square
(Part 2)
The third bank building on Nikolaevskaya Square, following the series of Beketov-style structures, is the Volgsko-Kamsky Bank. This building was constructed in the Art Nouveau style in 1908; its facade features decorative elements inspired by ships, such as rostres and wave-shaped cornices. Majolique tiles and ornamental stonework depicting lilies add visual emphasis to these design elements. All these details reflect the bank’s name, which is derived from the Volga and Kama rivers and signify its main area of activity. Originally, a majolique panel featuring the bank’s name in the same style was located where the current mosaic is situated.
In 1913, the Nikolaevskaya Square was further embellished by the construction of the building of the St. Petersburg International Commercial Bank, which now houses the Savings Bank. This structure was designed by architect Viktor Velichko; its most striking feature is the two-story operational hall. The broad balcony, supported by elaborately carved consoles and massive stone pillars, creates a magnificent atmosphere. The polished balconies, with their gold-plated details and marble floors, enhance the grandeur of this impressive building. Its luxurious facade in the Neo-Renaissance style and exquisite interior design continue to inspire awe today.
The Azovsko-Donsky Bank branch (1894–1896), designed by A.N. Beketov in the Neo-Renaissance style, was also built in this area. In 1914, it was renovated in the Art Nouveau style under the direction of architect Terven L.K. The same year, another bank building was constructed at the corner of Nikolaevskaya Square and Nikolaevskaya Street, to the right of the Nikolaevskaya Church. This structure was designed by architect F.Lidval; it now houses part of the G.S. Skovoroda Pedagogical University. The famous “Violinist on the Roof” sculpture is located at its corner.
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(Part 2)
The third bank building on Nikolaevskaya Square, following the series of Beketov-style structures, is the Volgsko-Kamsky Bank. This building was constructed in the Art Nouveau style in 1908; its facade features decorative elements inspired by ships, such as rostres and wave-shaped cornices. Majolique tiles and ornamental stonework depicting lilies add visual emphasis to these design elements. All these details reflect the bank’s name, which is derived from the Volga and Kama rivers and signify its main area of activity. Originally, a majolique panel featuring the bank’s name in the same style was located where the current mosaic is situated.
In 1913, the Nikolaevskaya Square was further embellished by the construction of the building of the St. Petersburg International Commercial Bank, which now houses the Savings Bank. This structure was designed by architect Viktor Velichko; its most striking feature is the two-story operational hall. The broad balcony, supported by elaborately carved consoles and massive stone pillars, creates a magnificent atmosphere. The polished balconies, with their gold-plated details and marble floors, enhance the grandeur of this impressive building. Its luxurious facade in the Neo-Renaissance style and exquisite interior design continue to inspire awe today.
The Azovsko-Donsky Bank branch (1894–1896), designed by A.N. Beketov in the Neo-Renaissance style, was also built in this area. In 1914, it was renovated in the Art Nouveau style under the direction of architect Terven L.K. The same year, another bank building was constructed at the corner of Nikolaevskaya Square and Nikolaevskaya Street, to the right of the Nikolaevskaya Church. This structure was designed by architect F.Lidval; it now houses part of the G.S. Skovoroda Pedagogical University. The famous “Violinist on the Roof” sculpture is located at its corner.
Source: vk.com/old_kharkov
#Kharkov #History #Ukraine
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