aÕcut
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The palace of aÕcut is a magnificent aristocratic residence. Originally this early Barouqe palace sited within fortifications was raised for Cracow Voivode StanisÓaw Lobomirski in the years 1629-1641. In the 1680's it was remodelled according to Tylman of Gameren's design. Important works were undertaken in the second half of the 18th century at the instigation of Izabella Lubomirska n¾e Czartoryska. However, the works that decided about the present appearance of thet palace were carried out in 1889-1912 and commissioned by Roman Potocki. The interiors were modernized and the elevations designed in accordance with the paterns of French architecture. The works were conducted by Armand Beauqu¾ and Albert Pio, while the theatre hall was designed by well-known Vienna architects Ferdynand Fellner and Herman Helmer. The residence also comprised a winter garden, stables, a coach-house and a little romantic castle in the park. The palace shelters a number of valuable pieces of art including a statue of Henryk Potocki sculpted by Antoni Canova. Tha aÕcut palace is famous for its rare collection of period coaches. |
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