Adolf Frederick Of Sweden Collection
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Adolf Frederick of Sweden, also known as "the king who ate himself to death," was a controversial figure in Swedish history. Despite his reputation for indulgence and excess, he was also a patron of the arts and sciences during his reign in the 18th century. His lavish banquets and extravagant lifestyle ultimately led to his untimely demise from digestive complications after consuming a meal consisting of lobster, caviar, sauerkraut, smoked herring, champagne, and 14 servings of semla (a traditional Swedish pastry). Despite his shortcomings as a ruler, Adolf Frederick left behind a legacy that continues to be debated by historians to this day. His reign serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked gluttony and extravagance in positions of power.
