Andrieskerk
Arent Janszoon Ernststraat 869, 1081 HL Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Andrieskerk is a church located in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The Andrieskerk was built in the 17th century and is one of the oldest churches in Amsterdam. It was originally constructed as a Catholic church, but it was converted into a Protestant church during the Dutch Golden Age.
- A beautiful example of Baroque architecture, with a striking façade featuring a clock tower and ornate stone carvings.
- The interior of the church features a unique wooden pulpit and intricate stone sculptures.
De Andrieskerk is het kerkgebouw van De Christengemeenschap aan de Arent Janszoon Ernststraat 869 in de wijk Buitenveldert in Amsterdam.
The Andrieskerk was built in 1971 in the organic architecture style, according to the design of architect H.W.M. Hupkes. Hupkes unveiled his design as early as 1969; he wanted to move away from straight lines and rectangular windows; instead, he allowed himself to be inspired by crystals and sought to reintroduce human scale.
- The roof was finished with copper plates, so that it would eventually turn green.
- Inside the church, there is a large wall painting behind the altar, depicting death and resurrection.
- The windows are made of glass art by German glass artist Udo Zembok.
- In 2013, the building was named a municipal monument.
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Details
Name | Andrieskerk |
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City/Town | Amsterdam |
Province | North Holland |
Country | Netherlands |
Coordinates | 52.3318483, 4.8680932 |
Denomination | christian |
Amenity | place of worship |
Religion | christian |
Year of construction | 1600 |
Time period | Dutch Golden Age |
Architectural style | Baroque |
Website | https://amsterdam.christengemeenschap.nl/ |