Sociale zorg, liefdadigheid, Sint Catharijnehof 8

English translation

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Description

Merula orphanage. Now in use as a Lower Technical School. Originally 16th century building, consisting of four properties (17th century), each covered by a hipped roof and with facades plastered and topped with a cornice in the 19th century. In the plastered rear facade sash windows with glazing bars (18th century) and roof stone, depicting a schoolroom with orphans. Interior: hall with tie-beams on stone volute consoles (16th century). In the hall three moderate portraits (17th century) and standing clock (18th century), signed Rob Cutbush Maidstone. In the rooms everywhere floor beams with keystones as in the hall. Regents' room: Louis XVI fireplace and furniture, Louis XIV table and storage chest. Portrait of the founder Merula, who established the orphanage in 1552. Ceiling with stucco work 19th century.