The Art Nouveau forms of S:t Johannes kyrka

The Art Nouveau forms of S:t Johannes kyrka

Designed by Axel Anderberg, this Malmö church features a north-facing tower and diverse stone ornaments.

S:t Johannes kyrka in Malmö is a church designed by Axel Anderberg in the Art Nouveau style, built between 1903 and 1907. While it fits the style with its soft, rounded forms, its tower and armoury are located on the north side of the church, rather than the west. This departure from tradition sets it apart from the Gothic revival churches built around the same time.

The church was erected in red brick on a granite base, and the roof features enamel tiling. Approximately 20 different kinds of natural stone are used in the church's ornaments to mark the arrival of a new era.

The pulpit at S:t Johannes kyrka features five sections made of oak, carved by the sculptor Carl Andersson. These carvings depict the life of Jesus, with scenes from the stable, the temple, Jesus's baptism, the bearing of the cross, and Jesus leaving the open grave.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

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