Zamość's Town Hall (Lithuania)

One of the most recognizable and important symbols of Zamość's "ideal city" is the Renaissance-Baroque Town Hall. Its appearance is closely related to the appearance of the city itself. The city was founded by Jan Zamojski, Grand Hetman of the Crown and Chancellor. It was established in a strategically useful place for defense and had to play the role of a fortress. Inside the outer fortress, the city was built according to ideal Renaissance traditions. Back in 1580 he received city rights. In 1591 the Town Hall was built in the central Great Market Square. Initially, the front facade of the building did not protrude into the paved area of the market square. Problems with the tower's stability forced the introduction of reinforcements around it. The following centuries brought new reconstructions - decoration appeared on the walls, little towers rose on the edges of the roof. In the 17th century another characteristic element was introduced - massive wing-shaped staircase portals. Rooms were installed under them, a clock was installed in the tower, and the shape of the roof was changed. Decoration elements have also increased. Time brought changes and the Town Hall lost its rank and part of its appearance. The magistrate moved to other premises, and a prison and a hospital were established in the building. Reconstruction in the style of classicism began, as a result of which some of the niches were bricked up and a number of decorative elements were eliminated. Additionally, a lower prison building was introduced from the side of Salt Market. The year 1866 brought even more changes, when it was decided to liquidate the fortress. The Town Hall has returned to its original purpose and has also housed a library, court and police headquarters. The restoration of Polish independence brought reconstruction to the 18th century appearance, but the stairs and the annex on the Salt Market side were not demolished. During World War II Zamosc was not badly damaged. After the war the Town Hall building continued to be restored. At the beginning of 21st century was restored again.

A small, complex, well-designed and richly detailed model, rich in decoration, decorative elements and colors. For intermediate and advanced modelers only.