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View of Sveaborg, early 1760s. Creator: Augustin Ehrensvard
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View of Sveaborg, early 1760s. Creator: Augustin Ehrensvard
View of Sveaborg, early 1760s
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1760s Distance Distant Fortress Helsinki Finland Island Loading Plank Suomenlinna Sveaborg Unesco World Heritage Site National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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Augustin Ehrensvard's View of Sveaborg, painted in the early 1760s, offers a captivating glimpse into the past of the Swedish coastal fortress located on the island of Suomenlinna in Finland. The oil on canvas painting depicts the bustling scene of Sveaborg, then known as Suomenlinna, a strategic stronghold and key maritime center during the 18th century. Ehrensvard masterfully captures the essence of the location, with its imposing fortress walls, sprawling buildings, and the vibrant colors of the boats and planks in the foreground. The painting also showcases the busy water transport scene, with men loading and unloading goods onto boats, and the distant silhouette of Stockholm in the background. The painting is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Sweden and Finland, and is now a cherished piece in the collection of the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm. Sveaborg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, continues to be an important cultural and historical landmark, attracting visitors from around the world. Ehrensvard's painting invites us to take a step back in time, to imagine the hustle and bustle of the 18th century, and to appreciate the beauty and significance of this historic site. The painting's intricate details, from the individual figures to the textures of the water and the boats, transport us to a bygone era and remind us of the enduring power of art to capture and preserve history.
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