King Gustav Vasa Collection

Table of Monarchs from Gustav Vasa to Gustav III, c. 1787 Creator: Ulrika Fredrika Pasch
Table of Monarchs from Gustav Vasa to Gustav III, c. 1787

King Gustav Vasa of Sweden Being Introduced to King Hans, 1881. Creator: Johan Axel Gustav Acke
King Gustav Vasa of Sweden Being Introduced to King Hans, 1881

Gustav Vasa finds his wife Katarina Stenbock asleep and hears her say: "I love King... 1868
Gustav Vasa finds his wife Katarina Stenbock asleep and hears her say: "I love King Gosta very much, but I will never forget Rosen", 1868

Gustav Vasa (1496-1560), King of Sweden, married to 1. Katarina of Saxe-Lauenburg... 17th century
Gustav Vasa (1496-1560), King of Sweden, married to 1. Katarina of Saxe-Lauenburg, 2. Margareta Leijonhufvud, 3. Katarina Stenbock, 17th century

The Entry of King Gustav Vasa of Sweden into Stockholm, 1523, 1908. Creator: Carl Larsson
The Entry of King Gustav Vasa of Sweden into Stockholm, 1523, 1908

King Gustav Vasa of Sweden Addressing Men from Dalarna in Mora, 1836. Creator: Johan Gustaf Sandberg
King Gustav Vasa of Sweden Addressing Men from Dalarna in Mora, 1836. Additional Info: In Mora, Gustav Vasa urges the peasantry to rebel against the Danes

Gustav Vasa (1496-1560), King of Sweden, c.1768. Creator: Lorens Pasch the Younger
Gustav Vasa (1496-1560), King of Sweden, c.1768

Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, 1666. Creator: David Frumerie
Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, 1666

Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, between 1557 and 1558. Creator: Anon
Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, between 1557 and 1558

Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, c16th century

Gustaf Wasa in Sven Elfsson's home in Isala 1520, 1831. Creator: Johan Gustaf Sandberg
Gustaf Wasa in Sven Elfsson's home in Isala 1520, 1831

Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Gustav I, 1497-1560, King of Sweden, c16th century

Gustav I, 1496-1560, King of Sweden, c16th century. Creator: Johan Baptista van Uther
Gustav I, 1496-1560, King of Sweden, c16th century

Gustavus I, (1496-1560), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Gustavus I, (1496-1560), 1830. Gustav I or Gustav Vasa (1496-1560) King of Sweden from 1523 until his death in 1560. He worked to raise taxes and bring about a Reformation in Sweden

J. A. G Acke King Gustav Vasa Sweden Introduced
J.A.G, Acke, King Gustav Vasa of Sweden Being Introduced to King Hans, Gustav Vasa before King Hans, Imaginary painting - Gustav never met Hans (see years of life), painting, 1881, oil on canvas

Carl Larsson King Gustav I Entry King Gustav Vasa
Carl Larsson, King Gustav I, The Entry of King Gustav Vasa of Sweden into Stockholm, 1523, Gustav Vasas entry into Stockholm 1523, painting, Gustav I of Sweden, 1908, Oil on canvas, Height, 700 cm

Sweden. Uppsala. A closed up view of tomb sculpture of King Gustav Vasas tomb inside of Domkyrkan (Cathedral) of Uppsala

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King Gustav Vasa, also known as Gustav I of Sweden, was a pivotal figure in Swedish history. He led the country to independence from Denmark and established the House of Vasa as rulers of Sweden. His reign marked the beginning of modern Sweden and he is often referred to as the "Father of the Nation." King Gustav Vasa implemented numerous reforms that strengthened central authority and laid the foundation for a strong Swedish state. Despite facing opposition from nobles and other European powers, he successfully consolidated power and expanded Swedish territory. His legacy lives on today in Sweden's national identity and his impact on shaping the country's history cannot be overstated. King Gustav Vasa remains a revered figure in Swedish history, remembered for his leadership, determination, and vision for a united and prosperous nation.