Skedsmo Church, Medieval church in Lillestrøm Municipality, Norway
Skedsmo Church is a medieval stone building in Lillestrøm featuring thick outer walls and a cruciform floor plan. Sacristies are positioned on the southern side of the main structure to serve liturgical needs.
The building was erected in 1180 as a Romanesque longship church and served as a focal point for the region. Extensive rebuilding and expansion took place between 1856 and 1860, transforming parts of its original structure.
The church holds a Renaissance pulpit from 1578 and an altarpiece from 1693 showing Easter Gospel scenes with Dutch-influenced carved details. These artworks reveal how religious themes were expressed through skilled craftsmanship across different centuries.
The building is located at Vestvollveien 54 and preserves its original medieval bell in the entrance area. The bell developed a crack in 1935 but remains on display as a historical artifact.
Inside stands a modern replica of a medieval Saint Olaf statue, carved from black alder wood in 2000 by Bjarte Aarseth. This contemporary creation bridges medieval veneration with modern woodcarving skill.
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