Forni della Signoria
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The Forni della Signoria (Maltese: L-Ifran tas-Sinjurija;[1] English: Bakeries of the Grandmaster) was a bakehouse in Valletta, Malta. It was constructed in the late 16th century by the Order of St John, and it consisted of a number of bakeries which produced bread for the inhabitants of Valletta and the surrounding area, as well as for the Order's garrison and navy.
Forni della Signoria | |
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Bakery of the Order | |
General information | |
Status | Demolished |
Type | Bakehouse |
Architectural style | Mannerism |
Location | Valletta, Malta |
Coordinates | 35°53′53″N 14°30′39″E |
Completed | c. 1583–1584 |
Demolished | 1926 |
Owner | Treasury of the Order (1580s–1798) French Republic (1798–1800) British Government (1814–1921) Maltese Government (1921–1926) |
Technical details | |
Material | Limestone |
Floor count | 3 |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Girolamo Cassar |
It remained in use by the French and later the British militaries, until a new Royal Naval Bakery was opened in Birgu in 1845. The bakery was subsequently converted into stores, before falling into disrepair. The building was demolished in the early 20th century to make way for Vincenti Buildings. The bakery gave its name to Old Bakery Street, one of the main streets of Valletta.