Apoteket Lejonet, building in Malmö Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden
Apoteket Lejonet is a neoclassical pharmacy building in Malmö featuring ornate wooden shelves, tall columns, and detailed decorative moldings throughout its interior and exterior. The structure displays the refined proportions and careful detailing typical of this architectural style.
The building was constructed in 1896 by John Tesch and became one of Europe's largest pharmacies of its time. It incorporated modern features like an elevator to serve private apartments within the structure.
The name 'Lejonet' comes from the lion symbol once used to identify pharmacies in Sweden, a practice from centuries past. Today, visitors can still see this tradition reflected in the building's signage and decorative details.
The pharmacy is located at Stortorget 8 in central Malmö and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors should check operating hours in advance, as these vary depending on the day of the week.
The interior preserves hand-painted advertisements from the 19th century that remain visible today. A glass-plated ceiling above the historical medicinal preparation room is a particularly distinctive feature.
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