English Translation
Formation of the Street
Myroslava Skoryka Street, located in the Halytskyi district of Lviv, has a rich history. Between 1825 and 1871, it consisted of two sections: Lower and Upper Khoronshchyna, named after Polish Field Hetman Andrzej Potocki, who owned these lands in the 17th century. In 1871, both parts were unified under the common name Khoronshchyna.
In 1940, the street was renamed in honor of Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky. During the German occupation, the name changed several times, but after the Soviet authorities returned in 1944, the name Tchaikovsky was reinstated. In 1963, Citadelna Street was merged into Tchaikovsky Street.
On September 29, 2022, as part of derussification efforts, the section of Tchaikovsky Street from Shevchenko Avenue to Stefanyk Street was renamed in honor of the prominent Ukrainian composer and musicologist Myroslav Skoryk.
The street’s architecture includes styles such as classicism, Viennese Secession, and constructivism. Several buildings are listed as local architectural monuments.
About the Building
Builders and Styles
Building No. 6 on Myroslava Skoryka Street was constructed in the early 20th century in the ornamental Secession style. The architect was Tadeusz Obmiński, who designed the building for lawyer Segal. The structure is a typical example of a rental tenement house from that period.
Who Was the Owner?
The original owner of the building was lawyer Segal. Over the years, the building served as a residential property with commercial premises on the ground floor.
What Does the Building Look Like?
The three-story building features a symmetrical facade adorned with decorative elements characteristic of the Secession style. The facade includes stucco decorations, balconies with metal railings, and large windows. The overall appearance aligns with the architectural style of the early 20th century.
Interesting Facts
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The building was home to the conductor of the Lviv Opera, Mr. Finkin, approximately from 1912 until World War I.
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The structure is listed as a local architectural monument.
What Is Here Now?
Currently, the building serves as a residential property. Some ground-floor spaces are occupied by commercial entities.