Statue of Carl XIII, Stockholm, Bronze sculpture in Kungsträdgården, Stockholm, Sweden
The bronze statue features King Carl XIII standing upright with an anchor under his right arm, surrounded by four lions holding heraldic shields.
The monument, created by sculptor Erik Gustaf Göthe, was officially unveiled on November 5, 1821, during the reign of Charles XIV John.
The statue represents Swedish naval power through its anchor symbol, referencing Carl XIII's victories in the Russo-Swedish War from 1788 to 1790.
The statue stands in the center of Kungsträdgården park, making it an effective meeting point near cafes and seasonal entertainment venues.
The four lions around the statue base, added in 1824 by sculptor Bengt Erland Fogelberg, display both Norwegian and Swedish coats of arms.
Location: Stockholm Municipality
Inception: November 5, 1821
Creator: Erik Gustaf Göthe
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 59.33145,18.07138
Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:42
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