Calvinist Church Restoration, Sonkád
The state of the village church, originally built in the 15th century and reconstructed in the 18th century, became dangerous to life. As a result of the 5 year long restoration work the building has been totally renewed both internally and externally. The walls have been ...
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Project details
Title: | Calvinist Church Restoration, Sonkád |
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Entr. year: | 1998 |
Result: | Medal |
Country: | Hungary |
Town: | Sonkád |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | Religious building/memorial |
Former use: | Church |
Actual use: | Church, cultural attraction |
Built: | 15th century |
Architect / Proj.leader: | Oltai Péter, Architect (Budapest - HU) |
The Jury's citation: | For the excellent building research and for conservation of the highest intellectual quality restoring the complete architectural unity in harmony with the colourful history of the church. |
GPS: | 48°3'14.8" N; 22°44'54.7" E |
Web, Links: | www.urti.org/media/l-eglise-calviniste-de-sonkad |
Description:
The state of the village church, originally built in the 15th century and reconstructed in the 18th century, became dangerous to life. As a result of the 5 year long restoration work the building has been totally renewed both internally and externally. The walls have been fastened, new wooden ceiling and roof have been built. The gothic windows and doors have been reconstructed. The popular baroque style wall painting, the wooden ceiling and the furniture have been renewed.
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