A saunter down the National Museum of Sweden is a unique experience in more ways than one. It gives one a sneak peek into the country’s rich history and culture. It showcases the evolution of its fine arts over time. It tells us about its diplomatic relations and stand-offs with other countries. It also makes us aware of the various stages through which this exquisite Nordic country has passed to attain its present state.
The collection at the museum comprises around 70,000 artefacts: paintings, sculptures, drawings, and graphics from the 16th century until the turn of the century in 1900. The museum, originally started in 1792, was renovated last in the 2010s.
The Sculpture Courtyard
The ground floor has The Sculpture Courtyard which makes one wonder how Idealism in the past shifted to Realism during the 19th century. Mythology and gods represented here link us to human ideals and values, all of which are universal in nature.
(The images you see above have been downloaded from the internet. The images which follow are the works of an amateur photographer like yours truly.)
Few other sculptures of a relatively smaller size can be found on the upper floors of the museum, as a part of its Timeline theme. A piece depicting a horse also craves the viewer’s indulgence.
In the following parts of this series, you can have a look at some of the clocks, jewellery, paintings and other items on display at the museum.
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