Charles Xv King Of Sweden Collection

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden:..ball given by the Dowager of Sweden... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: the ball given by the Dowager of Sweden...at Drottningholm, near Stockholm, 1864. The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in Scandinavia

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden:..at the Theatre Royal, Stockholm... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden:..at the Theatre Royal, Stockholm - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: the royal party viewing Stockholm... 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: the royal party viewing Stockholm from the pavilion in the Mosebacke Garden - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. The King of Sweden

Opening of the railway from Gottenburg to Stockholm: arrival of the King of Sweden…, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the railway from Gottenburg to Stockholm: arrival of the King of Sweden at the railway station at Gottenburg - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862....the King

Banquet given at the Exchange, Gottenburg, on the occasion of opening the railway... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Banquet given at the Exchange, Gottenburg, on the occasion of opening the railway between Gottenburg to Stockholm - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862....there was a ball at the Exchange

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: elk-shooting in the Forest of Högtorp…, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: elk-shooting in the Forest of Hogtorp - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. The future King Edward VII in Scandinavia

Karl XV, 1826-1872, king, 1861. Creator: Johan Fredrik Hockert
Karl XV, 1826-1872, king, 1861

Karl XV, 1826-1872, King of Sweden, c1850s. Creator: Gotthelf Rudolf Asel
Karl XV, 1826-1872, King of Sweden, c1850s

Karl XV (Karl Ludvig Eugen), 1826-72, King of Sweden and Norway, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Gottfrid Virgin
Karl XV (Karl Ludvig Eugen), 1826-72, King of Sweden and Norway, mid-late 19th century

Josefina Maximiliana Eugenia Napoleana, 1807-1876, Queen of Sweden, with son Karl (XV), 1826. Creator: Fredric Westin
Josefina Maximiliana Eugenia Napoleana, 1807-1876, Queen of Sweden, with son Karl (XV), 1826

Norwegian Landscape in the Light of Early Morning. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
Norwegian Landscape in the Light of Early Morning, Unknown date

Landscape from Tröndelagen, 1861. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
Landscape from Trondelagen, 1861

The Unveiling of the Equestrian Statue of Carl XIV Johan of Sw. in 1854. Creator: Karl Stefan Bennet
The Unveiling of the Equestrian Statue of Carl XIV Johan of Sw. in 1854, Unknown date

View from Värmdö, 1865. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
View from Varmdo, 1865

Scenery from Kvikkjokk, 1859. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
Scenery from Kvikkjokk, 1859

Winter Landscape from Queen Christina's Road in Djurgården, Stockholm, 1866. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
Winter Landscape from Queen Christina's Road in Djurgarden, Stockholm, 1866

View of Ulriksdal, 1868. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
View of Ulriksdal, 1868

Charles XV's studio. In the studio, King Charles XV can be seen sitting at his easel... 1862
Charles XV's studio. In the studio, King Charles XV can be seen sitting at his easel, behind him Queen Lovisa and by the window Princess Lovisa, 1862

State Ball at Stockholm - from a sketch by our special artist, 1860. Creator: Unknown
State Ball at Stockholm - from a sketch by our special artist, 1860. Following the coronation the King of Sweden as King of Norway

By the Brook in the Forest, 1872. Creator: Charles XV, King of Sweden
By the Brook in the Forest, 1872

Gentleman, the Favourite Horse of King Carl XV of Sweden, 1854. Creator: Johann Georg Arsenius
Gentleman, the Favourite Horse of King Carl XV of Sweden, 1854

Landing, at Stockholm, of her Royal Highness the Princess Louisa... 1850. Creator: Unknown
Landing, at Stockholm, of her Royal Highness the Princess Louisa, of the Netherlands, at Biskopsudden, in the Park at Stockholm, 1850

Silver Candelabra for the Crown Prince of Sweden, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Silver Candelabra for the Crown Prince of Sweden, 1850. These very beautiful specimens of plate, modelled and designed by Freret, and weighing nearly 1000 ounces, are from the manufactory of Mr. C

Crown Prince Karl, later King Karl XV, 1849. Creator: Fritz von Dardel
Crown Prince Karl, later King Karl XV, 1849

King of Sweden, 1860-69. Creator: Mayer & Pierson
King of Sweden, 1860-69. [Portrait of Charles XV, King of Sweden and Norway]. Albumen print

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Charles XV, also known as Charles IV of Norway, was the King of Sweden and Norway from 1859 until his death in 1872. He was a beloved monarch who brought about significant social and political reforms during his reign. Charles XV was known for his progressive views on education, healthcare, and welfare systems, earning him the nickname "the People's King." His reign saw the abolition of capital punishment and the introduction of freedom of press laws. Despite facing challenges such as economic downturns and conflicts with neighboring countries, Charles XV remained a popular figure among his subjects. He was admired for his charisma, intelligence, and dedication to improving the lives of all Swedes and Norwegians. His legacy continues to be celebrated today through various monuments and memorials dedicated to him throughout both countries. Charles XV's reign marked a period of modernization and progress for Sweden and Norway. His commitment to social justice and equality left a lasting impact on both nations long after his passing. As we reflect on his life and accomplishments, let us remember Charles XV as a visionary leader who worked tirelessly to create a better future for all who called Scandinavia home.