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Alte Oberpostdirektion

Location Hamburg Hamburg Germany

Constructed in: 1883

Typology: post office

Architects: J. Raschdorff E. Peiffer

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The "Alte Oberpostdirektion" in #Hamburg is a grand neo-renaissance (Gründerzeit) building constructed in 1883-1887 by Julius Raschdorff. The prominent east facade features elements with towers, cupolas, and ornate details. The facades boast rich sculptures by Engelbert Peiffer symbolizing post, telegraph, and telephony.

Alte Oberpostdirektion