Classical Swedish Architecture and Interiors: 1650-1840 Hardcover – February 12, 2007

Self enrichment, found it to be very interesting.

I've enjoyed this book. A nice addition to my collection

Excellent condition, excellent book, promptly delivered

A beautiful book to own, with lively text and superb photographs. What was enlightening for me was the introduction with 17th and 18th century Swedish history explained in sections such as the 'Age of Liberty' etc. an d a succinct explanation of the 'Caps and Hats'. Most of the photographs were of Royal residences ; I should have liked to see the interiors of lesser known country houses such as Horningsholm and Sonstorp , and othe buildings by Harleman and Rehn. All books on Swedish architecture show the bath room a Ericsberg but there were no other interiors of that great barock mansion,the 'Versailles of Sweden'. Sovdeborg , with its fantastic ceiling of the Red Drawing Room was also omitted as well other country houses of the Barock era. So these were some of my expectations which were not met but still the book is a pleasure to read, particularly because of its scholarly and readable text. The section on churches and mausolea added to my knowledge of Swedish architecture about which I'm eager to learn more. The author, Johan Cederlund, would please a great many readers if he were to give us a book on Swedish country houses which must rank only below those of Britain in their variety and richness of interiors almost unknown to the general public, in particular, great house like Ericsberg.

This is a beautifully photographed and illustrated history of the architecture and interiors of some of Sweden's grandest houses and most important manors. Along with the houses there is quite a bit of history -- kings and queens, wars and abdications, grand careers brought low by a change of ruler -- that add a lot of human interest to the stones and fabrics on display.

I have bought several books on Swedish architecture and design. This book truly is an important addition to any fan of neoclassical design, although the segments on the baroque, rococco and empire periods are also outstanding.The sketches, floorplans, photographs and engravings are of an extremely high quality, and the sheer breadth of buildings covered is astounding.Highly, highly, highly recommended. A beautiful book that is a necessity for anyone with an interest in architecture or interior design.

Many pictures showing the Swedish history & design.

Magnificent!