Louis De Geers palats, Palace and apartment building in Södermalm, Sweden
Description
Louis De Geers palats is a palace and apartment building in Södermalm featuring Dutch Classicist design with distinctive facades. The structure displays heraldic portals showing the Brahe and De la Gardie family crests along Götgatan.
History
The building was constructed in 1650 from plans by a Dutch architect and built by German mason Jürgen Gesewitz. Following Louis De Geer's death in 1651, it became the residence of Ebba Brahe.
Culture
The palace has housed the Netherlands Embassy since 1963, creating a living bridge between Swedish and Dutch history. The connection between the two nations is felt through the building's daily use and its architectural character.
Practical
The main structure is visible from the street at Götgatan, though interior access is restricted as it serves as an embassy. Historical construction plans are preserved in the Leufsta gård archive for those interested in the building's technical details.
Did you know?
The grounds contain a gazebo-like structure known as a cave, designed by architect Mathias Holl with a decorative colonnade. This garden feature adds an unexpected architectural detail to the property that many visitors overlook.
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