Charles XIV Johns statue

The bronze statue depicts Charles XIV John mounted on horseback, positioned on a granite base in the center of Karl Johans Torg square.

Inaugurated on November 4, 1854, the statue commemorates Charles XIV John, who transformed from French military officer to King of Sweden from 1818 to 1844.

Swedish sculptor Bengt Erland Fogelberg created this neoclassical monument in Rome and had it cast in Munich during 1852.

The statue stands at a central intersection in Gamla stan, accessible via multiple public transportation options and surrounded by numerous tourist facilities.

The statue's orientation changed multiple times, initially facing east toward potential enemies, then north toward the city, and finally south in 1935.

Location: Stockholm Municipality

Inception: November 4, 1854

Creator: Bengt Erland Fogelberg

Made from material: bronze, granite

GPS coordinates: 59.32609,18.07236

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:04