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One of my favorite parts of flying Business Class is the collectible, Delft Blue miniature houses filled with Dutch gin that are passed out on long-haul KLM flights. I’ve collected several through the years. To celebrate its 105th birthday yesterday, KLM has released a new miniature.
The 105th building to be commemorated is the “Het huis aan de drie grachten” in Amsterdam. The national monument borders three canals: the Grimburgwal, the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, and the Oudezijds Achterburgwal. The mansion in the center of Amsterdam was built in 1610 in the Dutch Renaissance style. The house underwent a major renovation in 1909. The architect, Jan de Meyer, wanted to completely restore the canal house to its 17th-century state after it had been sold, divided and renovated several times since 1687. For many years, “Het huis aan de drie grachten” was used as a bookshop and publishing house before becoming a home.
Since the 1950s, KLM has been handing out Delft Blue Houses filled with Bols Jenever (gin) to World Business Class passengers on intercontinental flights. The houses are miniature versions of buildings in the Netherlands and abroad. They have become sought-after collector’s items and I have several on my shelf at home. Since 1994, the number of houses has been in sync with the age of KLM. A new one is added every year on KLM’s birthday (October 7th).
Anthony’s Take: I have always found these miniatures adorable and can’t wait to add to my collection in the future. Maybe, I’ll get the newest addition. Happy Birthday, KLM!
(Image Credits: KLM.)
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