Dutch Gable Collection

Curacao, Willemstad, Dutch colonial buildings on Handelskade along Pundas waterfront and Queen Emma pontoon bridge - somtimes called the swinging old lady of Curacao

The Exorcists House Kings Lynn, 1942 a42_03875
The Exorcists House, Chapel Lane, Kings Lynn, West Norfolk. The Exorcists House viewed from the churchyard of St Nicholas Chapel

St Annes Convent Deritend a42_00473
St Annes Convent, Lowe Street, Deritend, Digbeth, Birmingham. The exterior of St Annes Convent viewed from the east showing the pre Victorian building

Curacao, Willemstad, Punda, The Penha building - a former merchants house built in 1708, located Handelskade along Pundas waterfront

Portrait of a Family (oil on panel)
3087046 Portrait of a Family (oil on panel) by Arentsz, Arent (1585-1635); 50x97 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Arentsz van der Cabel); Dutch, out of copyright

Butchers shop a48_00569
J H Bloom, Butchers Shop, Church Street, North Walsham, North Norfolk, Norfolk, 1947. Exterior view from the north-west of the premises of J H Bloom, Butcher, at 14 Church Street

Dutch gable a48_01352
75 Market Place, Swaffham, Breckland, Norfolk, 1947. Exterior view from the south-west of 75 Market Place, showing the Dutch gable on the west elevation

Curacao, Willemstad, Punda, Handelskade, Cafes on the waterfront

Curacao, Willemstad, Colonial merchant houses lining Handelskade along Punda s
Curacao, Willemstad, Colonial merchant houses lining Handelskade along Pundas waterfront

A Winter Landscape with Skaters on a Frozen River, 1862 (oil on canvas)
3736713 A Winter Landscape with Skaters on a Frozen River, 1862 (oil on canvas) by Kruseman, Frederick Marianus (1817-60); 70x100.4 cm; Private Collection; eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts

Street Scene, Culpeper, Virginia, March 1864. Creator: Andrew Joseph Russell
Street Scene, Culpeper, Virginia, March 1864

Sunnyside, Home of Washington Irving, near Tarrytown, New York State, USA, c1900. Home of the American author Washington Irving (1783-1859). From Scenic Marvels of the New World edited by Prof

Forde House, Newton Abbot, Devon, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Forde House, Newton Abbot, Devon, 1894. Jacobean former manor house, built by Sir Richard Reynell c1610. From Beautiful Britain; views of our stately homes. [The Werner Company of Chicago, 1894]

Kew Palace, Richmond upon Thames, London. Built in 1663 for a Dutch merchant, this building was known as the Dutch House because of its Dutch gables. It was purchased by King George III in 1781

Historic image in black and white of children playing together along the canal in the Netherlands, circa 1900; Delfthaven, Holland

Curacao, Willemstad, View of St Anna Bay, looking towards the Dutch colonial buildings on Handelskade along Pundas waterfront

View of Kostverloren Castle on the Amstel (oil on canvas)
BAL227449 View of Kostverloren Castle on the Amstel (oil on canvas) by Ruisdael, Jacob Isaaksz. or Isaacksz. van (1628/9-82)

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"Dutch Gable: A Fascinating Architectural Feature in Curacao's Historic Willemstad" Immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Willemstad, Curacao, where the Dutch colonial buildings on Handelskade along Punda's waterfront proudly showcase their distinctive architectural style known as the Dutch gable. This unique feature has become an iconic symbol of this vibrant city. As you stroll through the streets of Willemstad, your eyes will be drawn to remarkable structures like The Exorcists House Kings Lynn and St Annes Convent Deritend, which boast beautifully adorned facades with intricately designed Dutch gables. These historical landmarks transport you back to a bygone era when these buildings served as significant centers of commerce and spirituality. One such notable example is The Penha building, a former merchant's house built in 1708. Its elegant Dutch gable stands tall amidst its surroundings, telling tales of prosperous trade that once thrived within its walls. Nearby, a portrait painting captures the essence of a family from centuries past, reminding us of the rich history embedded within these architectural gems. The allure continues as you explore further into Curacao's enchanting streets. A visit to a traditional butchers shop reveals yet another striking example of a Dutch gable adorning its facade – an exquisite blend of functionality and artistic expression. Curacao's Handelskade offers picturesque views with charming cafes lining the waterfront beneath towering rows of colonial merchant houses showcasing their majestic Dutch gables. As you gaze across St Anna Bay towards these magnificent structures, it becomes evident why they have earned their place on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Even beyond Curacao’s shores, this architectural marvel has left its mark. "A Winter Landscape with Skaters on a Frozen River" depicts scenes reminiscent of European winters where skaters glide gracefully under snow-covered trees framed by quaint homes featuring prominent Dutch gables. Across continents and time, the Dutch gable has made its presence felt.