Summary
The large palace of the Štambuk family bears witness to the rise of trade and the skill of Selca’s stonemasons. Damage from the Second World War is part of its history and local memory.
The carefully fitted stone blocks and finished details show the skill of local craftsmen.
A merchant family home
The palace was built in 1869 by three merchant brothers for their families. Its stonemasonry details are associated with Ivan Štambuk Kanov. The monumental house shows how economic success found expression in the village’s residential architecture.
Stone and wartime destruction
A distinctive feature of the construction is the precise fitting of stone elements and the finishing of thresholds and balconies. The burning of Selca in 1943 severely damaged the building. The palace is therefore both a testament to skilled work and a visible reminder of the community’s losses.
Viewing and distinguishing the names
The Palac should be distinguished from the smaller family building called Mali Palac (Small Palace). The pin marks the general centre based on the source description; it is not a confirmed entrance. Do not enter damaged parts or private areas without permission and checking the conditions.
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