Bromska palatset, Private palace from 1900 in Östermalm, Stockholm, Sweden
Bromska palatset is a private palace at Narvavägen 26 in Östermalm, Stockholm, built 1898–1900 by builder E W Berggren to designs by Erik Lallerstedt and Ludwig Peterson. It recalls an Italian Renaissance palace: a taller two-storey central block flanked by lower one-storey wings topped with a balustrade and, set back toward the courtyard, a row of pinnacles. The smooth-plastered facades are painted yellow ochre, and the copper downpipes end in corner spouts shaped like a man's head.
Consul Gustaf Emil Broms, who made his fortune in iron ore through AB Gellivare Malmfält and LKAB, had this private palace built for his family in 1898–1900 to designs by Erik Lallerstedt and Ludwig Peterson, with E. W. Berggren as builder. Broms died in 1903, but his widow stayed until 1920. The French state bought the building in 1921 for its legation; since 1997 it has served as the French ambassador's residence.
The palace reflects early 1900s wealth from the mining industry through its grand reception rooms on the ground floor. The red and blue salons and dining room facing the garden show how the original owners lived and entertained.
The building is located in the upscale Östermalm neighborhood and is clearly visible from the street, though it is not open for visits. The classical architectural details can be easily seen from ground level and make it an interesting landmark while walking through the area.
The palace is one of Stockholm's last private palaces, alongside the Hallwyl, von Rosen and Sager palaces. On the courtyard side, a cow and some hens were once kept, and a tennis court lay by the garden. The copper downpipes end in corner spouts shaped as a man's head.
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