A 1770s Home Recreated in a Stockholm Museum

A 1770s Home Recreated in a Stockholm Museum

A specialized metallic blend preserves the museum's golden hue while the interior preserves the essence of the 1770s.

The exterior surface relies on a precise mixture of copper, aluminium, and zinc. Architects intentionally selected this specific alloy to prevent oxidation from dulling the gold finish.

Stepping inside this five-story structure reveals a transition into another era. While the lower level supports modern commerce and dining, the museum resides on the top floor. This space serves as a precise recreation of the home in Lidingö once owned by Sven-Harry Karlsson. It captures the spirit of a residence dating back to 1770.

Sven-Harry Karlsson initiated his art collection during the mid-1960s. Now, the foundation manages a space where the public can examine works by Edvard Munch and Anders Zorn. The site also features a gallery for contemporary pieces by Karin Mamma Andersson and Torsten Andersson.

Guests are encouraged to explore the 400-square-metre gallery spanning the ground and fourth floors. The building also houses a museum shop, a restaurant, and 18 apartments within its 5,000 square metres of space.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

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