Byströms villa, Embassy in Djurgården, Stockholm, Sweden
Description
Byströms villa stands at Djurgårdsvägen 21 and displays Roman architectural elements including an atrium, rotunda, and lantern finished with Italian Carrara marble. The interior underwent a redesign in 1906 by architect Ferdinand Boberg while certain original details were retained.
History
The building was constructed between 1839 and 1844 for sculptor Johan Niclas Byström and later owned by jeweler Christian Hammer and Prince Carl of Sweden. King Alfonso XIII of Spain purchased it in 1928 to establish the Spanish Embassy there.
Culture
The villa has housed the Spanish Embassy since 1928, making it a place of diplomatic activity within Djurgården. This role connects the building to Spain's cultural presence in Stockholm.
Practical
The building sits conveniently on Djurgården and is surrounded by gardens that shield it from street noise. The exterior can be viewed from the park, although the interior is typically not open to the public.
Did you know?
The villa gained a local connection through its proximity to Davidsberg cafe, known as 'Fyllan', which inspired a Stockholm phrase linking the two places together. This cultural tie shows how the building became woven into the daily life of the city.
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