Frihetstidens Konst and Den Gustavianska Konsten
Posted May 15, 2008 at 15:09 CEST in Books and Swedish books.
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Frihetstidens Konst and Den Gustavianska Konsten by Göran Alm et al. are two big books in the same series about Swedish art history. As far as I know they’re not available in any other language than Swedish.
I thought both books were excellent, although Den Gustavianska Konsten was my favourite since the gustavian era is my favourite. They both cover many categories such as architecture, gardening, visual arts, furniture, textiles and folk art and more and there’s lots of information in every section, plus some general information about the era. There are also many gorgeous pictures, both photos, paintings and drawings. It’s just as fun to just look at the pictures without reading, but if you want good information the text is great. I’m far from an expert on antiquities though so this is an amateurs opinion.
Unfortunately both books seem terribly hard to find for sale, I could only find Den Gustavianska Konsten for sale at one place on the web, and it was insanely expensive. I found both books at the library though so I recommend looking for them there. I already returned Frihetstidens Konst so that’s why I only have a photo of one cover. If I could find them for sale at a reasonable price I would definitely buy them both, highly recommended!
11 comments on “Frihetstidens Konst and Den Gustavianska Konsten”
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donnasandra, donnasandra.com
Jag älskar Signums historia, jag har den allmänhistoriska och den om religionen. Självklart är det den gustavianska perioden de handlar om också. Den där skulle jag absolut vilja ha! Tack för tipset!
Johanna, johannaost.com
Jag måste kolla upp dom också!
Connie
I am completely fascinated by your 18th century blog Johanna! You have such incredible information on this subject, which I don’t hesitate to keep coming back for. I’ve always been a bit curious with the 18th century myself; all with the style, fashion, mannerism, art, architecture, and exhibits…and you have definitely inspired me to read more into this beautiful history. So i’ve been thinking about asking you, since to me you would be the perfect candidate to ask, would you mind recommending some literature to help develop more insight? Like for instance, your favorite book perhaps? If not, I will COMPLETELY understand knowing how busy a person can get….lol. Thank you and have a lovely day! Connie
Johanna, johannaost.com
Thank you Connie! I’m so glad you like the blog. I’m far from an expert and my 18th century book collection isn’t very extensive, yet, and most of it is Swedish. But you can check the “books” category for some I have reviewed, and I will continue to add more book reviews :)
(Seems like the categories aren’t working right now for some reason though, hopefully I’ll have it fixed soon.)
Carol Burnell, mariacosway.com
Dear Johanna,
I love the look of your site and the pictures and info since I am devoted to 18th century fashion and culture.
If I sent you a copy of my recent biography of a fascinating and fashionable 18th century woman artist -Maria Cosway, friend of the Prince of Wales, Thomas Jefferson, the Bonapartes, the painter David, and many other important 18th century figures, would you like to review it? You can see details on the website www.mariacosway.com. The title is Divided Affections: The extraordinary life of Maria Cosway, Celebrity Artist and Thomas Jefferson’s Impossible Love.
Best wishes,
Carol Burnell
Johanna, johannaost.com
Carol, I would absolutely love that! The book looks great, and I’m very interested to learn more about Maria Cosway.
Carol Burnell
Dear Joanna,
To what address do I send the book?
Best wishes,
Carol
Johanna, johannaost.com
Please send it to:
Johanna Öst
Kantarellvägen 149
186 55 Vallentuna
Sweden
I’m really looking forward to reading it!
Sheryl, environlightenment.com
Hi Johanna! I was thrilled to have found your Weblog and applaud your devotion to the era and your resourcefulness of it. :)
FYI on the topic of 18th-Century Gustavian Architecture….
A new book titled “Classical Swedish Architecture and Interiors 1650-1840” by Dr. Johan Cederlund was released earlier this year. Perhaps you’re already familiar? Additionally, the Institute of Classical Architecture (ICA at http://www.classicist.org/) is sponsoring a tour in June: “Eighteenth-Century Sweden: The Golden Age of Gustavian Style” http://www.classicalexcursions.com/travel-tours/e…
Johanna, johannaost.com
Thank you so much for the tips Sheryl! I haven’t seen that book before actually, and the tour sounds interesting!
Johanna, johannaost.com
Carol! I just wanted to let you now that the book has arrived and I love it already.
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