Copenhagen’s Borsbiningen (Old Stock Exchange), a historic 17th-century building in the Dutch Renaissance style, was engulfed in flames on Tuesday morning, its famous spire covered by scaffolding, and Paris’s Notre Dame Cathedral It was burnt down in a scene reminiscent of the near-destruction of the city. That was exactly 5 years ago.
A fire engulfed the former Stock Exchange building in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, prompting staff, emergency workers and even passersby to rush into the building and rescue a number of large historic paintings. according to Danish newspaper of record berlingske Police believe everyone in the building was able to evacuate in time and there were no casualties, but the smoke is toxic and anyone who has difficulty breathing will need to go to the hospital.
The fire was still burning and several explosions could be heard coming from within the flames. Smoke can be seen from neighboring Sweden.
Smoke billows from the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building on fire in central Copenhagen, Denmark, April 16, 2024. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was under renovation when the fire broke out in the morning. The cause was still unknown. This building was built as a commercial building by Christian IV in his 1620s and is located next to the Danish Parliament. (Photo by EMIL HELMS/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by EMIL HELMS/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
People retrieve paintings from the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building, which is on fire in central Copenhagen, Denmark, on April 16, 2024. (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP, Getty Images)
People carry paintings out of the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building, which is on fire in central Copenhagen, Denmark, on April 16, 2024. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was under renovation when the fire broke out in the morning. , the cause was still unknown. This building was built as a commercial building by Christian IV in his 1620s and is located next to the Danish parliament. (Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
Firefighters spray water to extinguish a fire at the Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen (Photo: IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
A man reacts as a fire engulfs a historic building in Belsen (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
Built in 1625 during the reign of King Christian IV of Denmark, the Hall is one of the oldest halls in Copenhagen, and its distinctive dragon spire was a famous landmark in the capital known as the City of Towers . At the time of the fire, the hall was undergoing renovations and was surrounded by scaffolding. The cause of the fire is still unknown, but it is well known in the industry that renovations are an extremely vulnerable time for historic buildings.
Passersby watched the spire burn and collapse, witnessing a scene reminiscent of the Notre Dame Cathedral fire almost exactly five years ago on April 15, 2019. The cause of Notre Dame Cathedral’s fire has not yet been conclusively determined, but it was abandoned.There was a cigarette or electrical fire. suggested by the researcher. On this sad anniversary, the BBC said: quote “This is our Notre-Dame Cathedral,” Copenhagen craftsman Henrik Grege said of today’s fire.
Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said: “It’s a terrible picture from the stock exchange. It’s very sad. I think it’s an iconic building that means so much to all of us. It’s our own Notre Dame moment.”
Firefighters said the fire had spread to all parts of the building and it was unclear whether any of the stone or brick walls would remain.
Conservative politician Marcus Knuth said: berlingske This means that the building should be rebuilt exactly as it was, even if the replica “of course” cannot be an exact match to the original.
Striking images from the scene of the fire showed large works of art being removed from the building. Some pieces, if original, exhibit a historical style that may be hundreds of years old. While much may have been saved, many more were likely lost, officials said.
The president of the Danish Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which occupies the building and has personally supported art rescue efforts, said the fire was “incredibly tragic, with centuries of history destroyed by smoke.” It was the most tragic day of my life to see him disappear into the world.” Describing his last-minute struggle to take down the painting, which was firmly attached to the wall, he said: “We’ve had to stand up and lift, we’ve struggled with crowbars…We’ve saved a lot, a lot, but not everything.”
Smoke billowing from the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
The historic Belsen Stock Exchange tower is on fire (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
Firefighters work at the main entrance of the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
Smoke billows from the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building on fire in central Copenhagen, Denmark, April 16, 2024. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was under renovation when the fire broke out in the morning. The cause was still unknown. This building was built as a commercial building by Christian IV in his 1620s and is located next to the Danish parliament. (Photo by EMIL HELMS/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by EMIL HELMS/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
Firefighters battle a fire at the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building on fire in central Copenhagen, Denmark, on April 16, 2024. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was undergoing renovations on the morning of April 16, 2024. The fire occurred on April 16, 2024, but the cause is still unknown. Restoration of the building, which has been used as an office building, included a new copper roof, replacing brick on the facade, and restoring the building’s sandstone decoration. The renovations were scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Belsen’s 400th anniversary. (Photo by EMIL HELMS/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by EMIL HELMS/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
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Inside the stock exchange hall. Trade was carried out here until the 1970s. Since then, it has been used to host weddings and conferences until a fire broke out. / Published by Royal Danish Library
Bolsenville Sunset Twilight. The old 17th century stock exchange Bilsen (Borsen) next to a canal in downtown Copenhagen under a moody dusk. Illuminated cars and tour buses run along the canal streets. Dusk at sunset in Copenhagen.copenhagen, denmark, nordic countries, europe
Copenhagen’s old stock exchange – Bolsen – was built in Dutch Renaissance style by King Christian IV between 1618 and 1624. It is currently owned (and actually for sale) by the Danish Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Several photos taken during the renovation show the clever use of copper plates to form roof surfaces, valleys and flashings to shed water and protect the wooden structure of the roof. Masu. The appearance of rainbow-colored bands in the raw copper indicates where high heat was used to anneal, solder, and bond the panels.
A photo taken on April 15, 2024 shows renovation work on the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen, Denmark. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was undergoing renovations when the fire broke out on the morning of April 16, 2024, the cause of which is still unknown. Restoration of the building, which has been used as an office building, included a new copper roof, replacing brick on the facade, and restoring the building’s sandstone decoration. The renovations were scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Belsen’s 400th anniversary. (Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
A photo taken on April 15, 2024 shows renovation work on the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen, Denmark. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was undergoing renovations when the fire broke out on the morning of April 16, 2024, the cause of which is still unknown. Restoration of the building, which has been used as an office building, included a new copper roof, replacing brick on the facade, and restoring the building’s sandstone decoration. The renovations were scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Belsen’s 400th anniversary. (Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard / Ritzau Scanpix / AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
A photo taken on April 15, 2024 shows renovation work on the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen, Denmark. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was undergoing renovations when the fire broke out on the morning of April 16, 2024, the cause of which is still unknown. Restoration of the building, which has been used as an office building, included a new copper roof, replacing brick on the facade, and restoring the building’s sandstone decoration. The renovations were scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Belsen’s 400th anniversary. (Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard / Ritzau Scanpix / AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
A photo taken on April 15, 2024 shows renovation work on the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen, Denmark. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was undergoing renovations when the fire broke out on the morning of April 16, 2024, the cause of which is still unknown. Restoration of the building, which has been used as an office building, included a new copper roof, replacing brick on the facade, and restoring the building’s sandstone decoration. The renovations were scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Belsen’s 400th anniversary. (Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
A photo taken on April 15, 2024 shows renovation work on the historic Belsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen, Denmark. The building, one of the oldest in the Danish capital, was undergoing renovations on the morning of April 16, 2024, when a fire broke out for reasons still unknown. Restoration of the building, which has been used as an office building, included a new copper roof, replacing brick on the facade, and restoring the building’s sandstone decoration. The renovations were scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Belsen’s 400th anniversary. (Photo by Ida Marie Odgaard/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP) / Denmark OUT (Photo by IDA MARIE ODGAARD/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images)
