Lot #95: KLM Blue Delft House #78

House in Amsterdam; part of the on-going KLM/Bols series of gifts given to first-class passengers.The most famous part of old Amsterdam is made up of its main canals: Singel, Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht. Crossing them are the lesser-known warsgrachten (cross canals). One of these, Leidsegracht, dates back to 1665. Leidsegracht, 51, 53 and 55 are part of the original buildings. This triplet with identical bell-shaped gables was built in 1672. The gables were made of sandstone ornaments, including fruit and flower motifs. All 3 houses have a segmental pediment and an outer stairway made of blue Belgian limestone. These building have probably always been in use as residences. This house is in good shape, but is missing the wax cap on the chimney that keeps the Bols liquid inside. It does leak a little bit, but still has liquor inside. Dimensions: 1 1/2 in x 1 3/4 in x 4 in. Pickup category timeslot {A}