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President Reuterholm opens the Armfeltska letters...in 1794, (late 18th-early 19th century). Creator: Pehr Hörberg
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President Reuterholm opens the Armfeltska letters...in 1794, (late 18th-early 19th century). Creator: Pehr Hörberg
President Gustaf Adolf Reuterholm opens the Armfeltska letters at Stockholm Palace in 1794, (late 18th-early 19th century). The Armfelt Conspiracy of 1793 was a plot to depose the de jure regent Duke Charles and the de facto regent Gustaf Adolf Reuterholm (1756-1813), leaders of the regency government of Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden, and replace them with Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt, the favorite of the king's father Gustav III of Sweden
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Candle Candlelight Candles Conspiracy Correspondence Dark Darkness Desk Gripsholm Gripsholm Castle Gustaf Adolf Reuterholm Letter Letters Papers Paperwork Plot President Fortifications Gustav Adolf Reuterholm National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Pehr Hörberg Stockholm National Museum
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In this evocative painting by Pehr Hörberg, President Gustaf Adolf Reuterholm (1756-1813) is depicted at the Stockholm Palace in 1794, opening the infamous Armfeltska letters. The Armfelt Conspiracy of 1793 was a dangerous plot to overthrow the de jure regent Duke Charles and the de facto regent Reuterholm, who were leading the regency government for the underage King Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden, and replace them with Baron Gustaf Mauritz Armfelt, the king's favorite. The scene is set in a dimly lit room, with candles casting long shadows and a sense of intrigue and suspense in the air. Reuterholm, dressed in formal attire, sits at a large, ornate desk, his hand gesturing towards the open letters spread out before him. The papers, yellowed with age, appear fragile and delicate in the candlelight. The atmosphere is tense, with two men in military uniforms standing guard in the background, their faces obscured in darkness. The painting captures the political turmoil of the late 18th and early 19th centuries in Sweden, a time of intrigue, power struggles, and shifting alliances. Reuterholm's determined expression and the seriousness of the moment underscore the gravity of the situation. The painting is a testament to Hörberg's skill as a painter, with meticulous attention to detail and a sense of drama that draws the viewer in. This oil on canvas painting by Pehr Hörberg is a valuable addition to any collection of Swedish heritage art, offering a glimpse into the political intrigues of the past. The painting is currently on display at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, where it continues to captivate and intrigue visitors.
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