Historic jewel in the portfolio of FG Fröhlich & Gottas Hausverwaltung GmbH
FG Fröhlich & Gottas Hausverwaltung has been your reliable partner for the management of residential and commercial properties since 1998. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes a variety of historic and modern buildings, FG Fröhlich & Gottas Hausverwaltung offers customized solutions that are precisely tailored to the needs of its clients.
An outstanding example of the valuable properties managed by FG Fröhlich & Gottas Hausverwaltung is the Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa in Leipzig. This historic building in Elsterstrasse, in the Zentrum-West district, is not only architecturally impressive, but also of great historical significance. The villa has been part of the FG Fröhlich & Gottas property management portfolio for many years and is maintained and preserved with the utmost care.
A legacy of photography: History of the Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa
Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann (* January 25, 1815 in Cottbus; † December 6, 1901 in Leipzig) was a pioneer of photography and left behind a significant legacy in this field. Born the daughter of a master tailor, she lived in Dresden between 1839 and 1843, where she learned the then new technique of the daguerreotype. The daguerreotype was the first practicable method of photography, named after the French inventor Louis Daguerre, and produced detailed images on silver-plated copper plates.
At the end of 1845, she married the Leipzig daguerreotypist Eduard Wehnert, with whom she had already opened a joint photographic studio in Leipzig. After the early death of her husband in 1847, she continued to run the business successfully. During a stay in the USA in 1850/51, she played a pioneering role in paper photography, as documented in the book “A German Lady”. Her work from this period is considered sensational. After her return to Leipzig, she continued to develop her business and opened the first stereoscope exhibition in the German-speaking world in 1854.
In 1865, she decided to invest her considerable fortune in the construction of a magnificent residential palace. The Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa became a symbol of her success and her vision. Despite the destruction that Leipzig suffered in the two world wars, the villa survived the attacks largely unscathed. This is possibly due to its location outside the most central part of the city. It was not until 1882 that Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann retired, leaving behind an impressive legacy. Today, the villa stands as a testament to the combination of history, art and architecture.
A masterpiece of architecture: Architectural features of the villa
The Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa is a three-storey building with a high base storey and a striking two-storey extension. The façade of the building is characterized by an elaborate plaster façade, which is complemented by a low corner tower and balconies. A polygonal central risalit, an architectural projection in the middle of the façade, gives the building a special depth and structure. The plaster grooving on the first floor and the artistically framed windows add to the historic charm of the building. Another highlight is the mansard roof, a special roof with two differently sloping surfaces that gives the villa an elegant silhouette.
These architectural elements make the villa a distinctive building in Leipzig and a valuable part of the city’s heritage. The careful design and attention to detail visible in every aspect of the building are testament to the artistic vision and craftsmanship of the time.
Modern use and preservation of historical heritage
The Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa is an example of the successful combination of historical charm and modern living comfort, a concern to which FG Fröhlich & Gottas Hausverwaltung is dedicated with passion and expertise.
One of the apartments on the second floor of the villa is currently for sale, a sign that historic buildings are also sought-after residential properties in today’s world. This spacious apartment extends over 217 square meters and offers plenty of space with 5.5 rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The beautiful oak parquet flooring throughout, the stylish fitted kitchen with high-quality appliances and the original hand-cast brass door handles on the double doors are just some of the many amenities this apartment offers. The combination of modern comfort and historical atmosphere makes the Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa a unique place to live.
The Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa is not only an architectural gem, but also an important part of Leipzig’s history. FG Fröhlich & Gottas Hausverwaltung has set itself the task of maintaining and preserving such valuable properties. The villa is an example of how historical buildings can be integrated into modern times and used as living space. It is important to appreciate and preserve this combination of past and present. The Bertha Wehnert-Beckmann Villa reminds us that by looking after our architectural heritage, we can build a bridge between generations and keep history alive.
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