There is a multitude of architectural letter renderings as one goes visiting the historic quarters of Bucharest. The Neo-Romanian style lettering is one of the most interesting in terms of symbolism and the social, cultural and political history hidden behind it. In this video I present some of those fascinating details using three examples of Neo-Romanian style lettering found on houses in Cotroceni quarter of Bucharest.
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I endeavour through this series of periodic articles to inspire appreciation of the historic houses of Romania, a virtually undiscovered, but fascinating chapter of European architectural history and heritage.
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If you plan acquiring or selling a historic property in Romania or start a renovation project, I would be delighted to advise you in sourcing and transacting the property, specialist research, etc. To discuss your particular plan please see my contact details in the Contact page of this weblog.
Valentin Mandache, architectural historian 