Formation of the Street
Shota Rustaveli Street is located in the Halytskyi District of Lviv. Initially, since 1863, it was named Yablonovsky Street, in honor of Polish Crown Hetman Stanisław Jabłonowski. In 1871, the name was changed to Yablonowskich. During the German occupation in 1941, the street was renamed Karpatenska (Karpatenstrasse). In 1944, the previous name was restored, and in December of the same year, the street was renamed in honor of Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli.
Builders and Styles
Building No. 44 was constructed in 1908 in the Art Nouveau style, designed by architect Tadeusz Obmiński. This style is characterized by decorative elements, flowing lines, and ornaments that give the building aesthetic expressiveness.
Who Was the Owner?
Originally, the building belonged to Sofia Mrozowicka. During the Soviet period, the building became state property and was used as residential housing. Currently, the building is residential, with privatized apartments.
What Does the Building Look Like?
The building is four stories high with a symmetrical facade characteristic of Art Nouveau. The facade features decorative elements, large windows, and balconies. In 2019, the wooden gate of the building was restored as part of a co-financing program for the restoration of historic doors and gates between the Lviv City Council and residents.
Interesting Facts
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The building is part of the architectural ensemble of Shota Rustaveli Street, where the Art Nouveau style predominates.
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In 2019, as part of a co-financing program for the restoration of historic doors and gates between the Lviv City Council and residents, the wooden gate of the building was restored.
What’s Here Now?
Currently, the building serves as a residential property. The ground floor houses commercial premises, including a notary office.
References
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Shota Rustaveli Street (Lviv) — Wikipedia
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Wooden gate restored in the building at 44 Shota Rustaveli Street — Gal-info
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Shota Rustaveli Street — Pradidivska Slava