The historical treasury of Třebíč, a town located in western Moravia, on the Jihlava River, includes the old Jewish Quarter (former ghetto) the Jewish Cemetery and the large Romanesque St Procopius' Basilica, which incorporates some later Gothic features, including a rare example of a ten-part (also known as 'botanical') rose window. The ensemble provides an exceptional testimony to the peaceful coexistence of Jewish and Christian communities and cultures from the Middle Ages up to WWII.
The Jewish Quarter grew spontaneously along the river, and bears witness to various aspects of the life of this community forced to live in limited space due to political constraints. It has retained its original street plan, as well as its social functions, such as the synagogues and the schools, as well as a former leather factory. A typical building of this quarter is distinguished by a condominium structure, a highly complex form and diversity of style. On the street level, there was often a shop or a workshop; the upper levels were reserved for residential use.
St. Procopius Basilica, a remarkable example of the influence of Western European architectural heritage in this region, is situated on a hill overlooking the Jewish Quarter. It was built in the early 13th century, and originally, it was a part of a Benedictine monastery that was replaced in the 16th century by a palace to which it is connected. The Jewish cemetery lies outside the Jewish Quarter, behind the hill. It has two parts, the first part dates from the 15th century, and the second from the 19th century. There are some 4,000 tomb stones; some carvings are important.
About the stamps
The first stamp, designed by Klara Melichova, was issued on November 13, 2019, to mark the 100th Anniversary of Czechoslovak Red Cross.
The second stamp, designed by Otakar Karlas, was issued on November 9, 2016, to mark the 70th Anniversary of the UNESCO.
The third stamp was issued on November 6, 2002, to celebrate St. Nicholas' Day.
The last stamp, designed by Pavel Sivko, was issued on January 20, 2019, to honor Petr Eben (1929-2007). Petr Eben was a Czech composer of modern and contemporary classical music, and an organist and choirmaster.
References
Třebíč - Wikipedia
Jewish Quarter and St Procopius' Basilica in Třebíč - UNESCO website
Sender: Robert Majewski (direct swap)
Sent from Opava (Moravia-Silezia / Czech Republic), on 27.12.2019
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