Hofje van Oorschot

This hofje was founded upon the death of the donor in 1768 (the date on the memorial plaque on the facade), but wasn't built until 1770, because of demands made by the neighbor on the other side of the street, David Van Lennep.

He wanted an attractive view, and organized the commission of the monumental wrought-iron gate that exists today.

The donor was Wouterus van Oorschot, a burger of Amsterdam who was born in Dordrecht.

[1] The family shields of Oorschot and Savary are on display in the top of the facade of the main building, with a small poem which reads "Wouterus van Oorschot shows his love here for the poor and as an example to the rich; died 19 March 1768".

Once the deed was done, Van Lennep managed to have the gate installed, which effectively bars entry to the hofje from the street.