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Ebba Brahes Bridal Crown, Brahe church, Visingso, Sweden
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Ebba Brahes Bridal Crown, Brahe church, Visingso, Sweden
Ebba Brahes Bridal Crown, Brahe church, Visingso, Sweden. Ebba Magnusdotter Brahe ) was a Swedish countess, landowner and courtier. She is foremost known for being the love object of king Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden. Date: circa 1910s
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Ebba Brahe's Bridal Crown, Brahe Church, Visingso, Sweden: A Glimpse into the Rich History of Swedish Nobility This image showcases Ebba Brahe's bridal crown, on display at Brahe Church in the picturesque archipelago town of Visingso, Sweden. Ebba Magnusdotter Brahe (1596-1674) was a Swedish countess, landowner, and courtier, renowned for her beauty and her romantic liaison with King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden. The bridal crown, adorned with precious jewels and intricate goldwork, is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Swedish nobility during the 17th century. The crown, now part of the treasury at Brahe Church, is believed to have been worn by Ebba during her wedding to Count Peder Krabbe in 1618. Ebba's life was marked by intrigue and scandal. Her affair with the charismatic and powerful King Gustavus Adolphus began in 1618, when she was just 22 years old. Their love affair was kept a secret, as Gustavus Adolphus was already married. However, their relationship came to light in 1620, leading to a public scandal and Ebba's exile from the royal court. Despite the controversy, Ebba continued to hold significant influence in Swedish society. She was a shrewd businesswoman and a skilled diplomat, using her connections and resources to build a powerful and prosperous estate. Her legacy is still felt in Sweden today, with her ancestral home, Knebelöv, now a popular tourist destination. This photograph, taken in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Swedish royalty and nobility, and the enduring allure of Ebba Brahe's bridal crown.
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