Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistic ambiance of Sololaki neighborhood with this charming apartment, conveniently located near Freedom Square.
This 90 m2 apartment holds the echoes of bygone eras within its walls. Step inside to discover a spacious bedroom, a cozy living room, a vintage kitchen, and a stylish bathroom. The apartment’s charm lies in its preservation of original features, including hand-painted and plastered ceiling decorations from the 1910s, an elegant marble fireplace, and a kitchen cabinet that dates back to the 1970s.
From the bedroom balcony, you can gaze out upon Ingorokva Street and the lush 19th-century garden that graces the opposite side. Accessible via a central entrance hall and an open wooden gallery, the apartment resides on the building’s second floor.
The three-story neo-baroque edifice that houses this apartment was constructed at the close of the 19th century, making it one of the most noteworthy structures on Ingorokva Street. Neo-baroque architecture, with its opulent details, was a popular choice for grand residences and official buildings of the era.
The building’s main façade boasts intricate sculptural embellishments, including female sculptures, garlands, cartouches, keystones, and figures of Atlantes proudly holding brackets aloft.
Upon entering, you’ll find an ornate entrance hall, naturally lit by a skylight window, adorned with elements of classical order and wood paneling. The building also features a terraced inner courtyard. On this side, the house is adorned with wooden balconies and glass windows, paying homage to local architectural traditions.
This historic building has seen its fair share of notable residents. In 1919-1921, it served as the home for the first British mission in the South Caucasus, led by Sir Oliver Wardrop, a British diplomat, traveler, and translator. He and his sister Marjory Wardrop, a scholar and translator, were avid champions of Georgia’s culture and literature.
Over the years, this house has also hosted prominent figures such as Georgian philologist, historian, and publicist Pavle Ingorokva, Georgian painter Irakli Gamrekeli, and Soviet composer Mikael Tariverdiev.
Today, this building is a cherished cultural heritage monument, a testament to the enduring allure of Tbilisi’s historic charm. This property is available for rent, with a minimum lease duration of 7 months, offering an exclusive opportunity to dwell in a piece of living history.
In the place of today's Sololaki, the king's and queen's gardens had been planted since the late Middle Ages. The toponym Sololaki comes from the Arabic words "sulu lah", which means an irrigation canal.In the second quarter of the 19th century, the rapid growth of Tbilisi was followed by the urbanisation of the territory of Sololaki. The development of the district proceeded along the road from Kala to Kojori and towards the foot of Mtatsminda. Obviously, the construction was accompanied by the clearing of the old gardens.By 1850, the whole of Sololaki was lined with streets, and the development already exceeded the boundaries of the gardens. It became the most prestigious place of residence for wealthy merchants and industrialists. By the early 1880s, the entire area from Leonidze Street to Sololaki ridge was made up of residential houses.From the 1870s, a new construction boom commenced in Sololaki. Larger, mostly two- and three-story houses were built instead of the older, relatively small ones. The current architectural appearance of the district was mainly formed in 1870-1910.Over time, Georgian intellectuals, scientists, writers and artists choose Sololaki as their place of residence. The construction of public, educational and commercial buildings in Sololaki started only at the beginning of the 20th century.To this day, Sololaki is one of the most prestigious residential areas of Tbilisi, meantime it is home to many famous landmarks, restaurants and cafes. Its opulently embellished houses and cobblestone streets maintain an air of mystery and an artistic vibe.
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