Scheepvaarthuis

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    Prins Hendrikkade 108, Centrum
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The imposing Scheepvaarthuis (Shipping House) was built in 1916 for a consortium of shipping companies. Utilising the street layout to resemble a ship's bow, this remarkable building was the first true example of Amsterdam School style. The prow-like front is crowned by a statue of Neptune, his wife and four female figures that represent the points of the compass.

The window frames, entrances and interior walls display nautical imagery such as anchors and sailing ships. The building is now used by the municipal transport company, GVB, that runs the trams and buses.