Brussels Grand Place Town Hall Postcard – Gothic Landmark

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Brussels Grand Place Town Hall Postcard – Gothic Landmark

A finely detailed view of Brussels’ Grand Place and its iconic Gothic Hôtel de Ville, capturing the architectural majesty of Belgium’s historic civic heart.

Measurements: approx. 4 x 5 3/4 inches
Dates: unknown
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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A lone figure strides across the vast cobblestones of Brussels’ Grand Place, dwarfed by the soaring spire and intricate façade of the 15th-century Hôtel de Ville. Flags flutter above the arcades, and golden light warms the pale stone, conjuring a timeless image of civic pride and European splendour. The postcard preserves a still moment within one of the continent’s most celebrated public squares.

The Hôtel de Ville of Brussels, begun in 1402 and completed by 1455, stands as a crowning achievement of Brabantine Gothic architecture. Its asymmetrical façade, ornate pinnacles, and 96-metre-high tower topped by Saint Michael make it both an architectural curiosity and a national symbol. This multilingual card — listing names in French, Dutch, English, German, and Italian — reflects Brussels’ cosmopolitan legacy. Issued by Edit. Thill S.A., the postcard captures a pre-digital lens on a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Owning this piece is more than holding a picture — it’s a way to safeguard a moment of European architectural brilliance, when civic buildings were cathedrals of public life. For lovers of Gothic ornamentation, Belgian heritage, or cityscape ephemera, this card offers a striking visual connection to one of Europe’s great squares.

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