Swedish Culture Collection

Sweden and Norway, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of Sweden and Norway. Lithograph, published in 1878

Andree Expedition
July 1897: The ill-fated hot-air balloon expedition to the North Pole, attempted by Swedish explorer Salomon August Andree, Nils Strindberg and Knut Fraenkel in 1897

Royal summer residence of Solliden Palace and gardens, Borgholm, Oland, Southeast Sweden, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Skomakaregatan street in the old city center
Skomakaregatan street in the old city centre, Malmo, Skane county, Sweden, Europe

Charles XIV John of Sweden (1764-1844). French soldier named Jean Baptiste Bernadotte, afterwards King of Sweden and Norway (1818-1844). Founder of the current ruling dynasty in Sweden

Fishermens houses and summer houses along coastline, Hamburgsund, Bohuslan Coast, Southwest Sweden, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Traditional wooden huts on rocky islands off the Bohuslan coast, dusk time, Vastra Gotaland, West Sweden, Sweden

Wooden cottages on rocky granite rocks along the Bohuslan coast, Vastra Gotaland, Sweden

'Smogenbryggan', the picturesque harbour of Smogen with the traditional and colorful boathouses, Smogen, Bohuslan, Vastra Gotaland, Sweden

Colored and old fishing houses lit by sunset, Bohuslan, Sweden, Scandinavia

Fishing village of Smogen with traditional colorful buildings by the sea, Smogen, Sotenas municipality, Bohuslan, Vastra Gotaland, Sweden

Aerial view of Hallo island with the lighthouse, dusk time, Smogen, Bohuslan, Sotenas municipality, Vastra Gotaland, West Sweden, Sweden

Idyllic and colorful fishing huts near the water, Smogen, Sotenas municipality, Bohusan, lVastra Gotaland, West Sweden, Sweden

Isolated red house overlooking the ocean, Astol, Tjorn municipality, Vastra Gotaland, West Sweden, Sweden

Illuminated houses in Kungshamn village and the marina, dusk time, Sotenas municipality, Vastra Gotaland, West Sweden, Sweden

Salomon - Auguste Andree (centre)
2603625 Salomon - Auguste Andree (centre); (add.info.: Salomon - Auguste Andree (centre) (1854 - 1897), Swedish engineer, with the men who accompanied on the fatal voyage to explore the North Pole

Portrait of John Ericsson (1803 - 1889)
2603995 Portrait of John Ericsson (1803 - 1889); (add.info.: John Ericsson (1803 - 89) Swedish - born American engineer and inventor. Designed ironclad warship 'Monitor'. Wood engraving).

John Ericsson (1803 - 1889) in uniform
2603983 John Ericsson (1803 - 1889) in uniform; (add.info.: John Ericsson (1803 - 1889), Swedish - born American engineer, as a Lieutenant in the Jamtland Field Chasseurs in the Swedish army

Coat of Arms of Sweden and Norway, 1898

Unesco world heritage sight Drottningholm Palace, Stockholm, Sweden
Drottningholm Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Traditional wood chalet with christmas lights in the snowy landscape, Kangos, Pajala municipality, Norrbotten county, Lapland, Sweden

Winter sunrise over a lone mountain hut in the snowy forest, Kangos, Norrbotten County, Lapland, Sweden

Low angle view of wood cottage amongst tall trees in the snow, accommodation for tourists at Tree hotel, Harads, Lapland, Sweden

Aerial view of red cabins and church covered with snow at dusk with Lapland forest on background, Gammelstad, Lulea, Sweden

Roofs of cottages and bell tower covered with snow in the picturesque village of Gammelstad Church Town at dusk, Lulea, Sweden

Winter dusk over the old bell tower and wood cottages covered with snow, Gammelstad Church Town, Lulea, Sweden

Fredrika Bremer
Engraving From 1873 Featuring The Swedish Writer, Fredrika Bremer. Bremer Lived From 1801 Until 1865

Historic map of Karlskrona and surroundings, wood engraving, published 1897
Historic map of Karlskrona and surroundings. Wood engraving, published in 1897

Cobbled street in Sodermalm and colourful architecture, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Hot Air Balloon Andre Over North Pole
Illustrated postcard depicting Swedish engineer Solomon Andrees hot air balloon voyage to the North Pole, July 1897. His remains were discovered three years later. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Snow Falling Over A Rural Landscape And A Small Red Building; Arjeplog, Norrbotten County, Sweden

Narrow streets in Gamla Stan (Old Town) in Stockholm, Sweden

Tall ship in harbour, Skarhamn, Tjorn, Bohuslan Coast, Southwest Sweden, Sweden, Europe

Sami And Inuits
circa 1800: From left to right, two Swedish Sami, two Norwegian Sami, two Inuits from Victoria Land in Antarctica and an Inuit from Cape Barrow in the Arctic

Portrait of John Ericsson (1803 - 1889)
John Ericsson (1803 - 1889), Swedish - born American engineer at the time of his arrival in America in 1839. Wood engraving

Evening, Waterfront, Gamla Stan on left, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Stockholm City Hall, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

The House of Nobility, Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Waterfront with Riddarholmen Church in background, Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

German Church (Tyska Kyrkan), Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Swedish Parliament Building, Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Rosenbad Federal Government Building on the left, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Nordenskjold (Nordenskiold), Adolf Erik, Baron (1832-1901). Polar explorer and naturalist Swedish Finnish origin. Engraving

Riddarholmen Church and train from Sodermalm, Stockholm, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Swedish Culture: A Glimpse into the Past and Present" Step back in time with a captivating lithograph, published in 1878, showcasing the intertwined histories of Sweden and Norway. Delve into the remarkable Andree Expedition, an audacious attempt to reach the North Pole by balloon. Discover Charles XIV John of Sweden, a French soldier turned monarch named Jean Baptiste Bernadotte. Immerse yourself in regal splendor at Solliden Palace and its enchanting gardens on Oland Island. Wander through Skomakaregatan street in Stockholm's old city center, where history whispers from every cobblestone. Marvel at fishermens' houses and summer retreats adorning Hamburgsund along Bohuslan Coast. Experience the magic of winter as you encounter a traditional wood chalet adorned with twinkling Christmas lights amidst Kangos' snowy landscape in Lapland. Admire the Coat of Arms representing both Sweden and Norway, symbolizing their shared heritage dating back to 1898. Stroll along Sodermalm's cobbled streets lined with vibrant architecture that paints Stockholm's skyline like an artist's palette. Witness nature's breathtaking spectacle as a winter sunrise bathes a lone mountain hut nestled within Norrbotten County's snow-covered forest. Behold Drottningholm Palace, an esteemed UNESCO World Heritage site exuding elegance and grace amid Stockholm's grandeur. Seek solace inside a glass igloo perched upon frozen river Kalix shores—a surreal experience that epitomizes Lapland’s ethereal beauty. Embark on this cultural journey through Sweden—an odyssey that intertwines tradition, history, natural wonders, architectural marvels—revealing why this Scandinavian gem continues to captivate hearts worldwide.