Birger Jarl's Sarcofage Photo

Photographer’s Note

Birger Jarl, born Birger Magnusson, the closest man next to the king (c. 1210 – 21 October 1266) was supposed to have his leftovers kept in that sarcofage but the church said no so now the sarcofage is empty....

In Sweden, members of medieval royal families, such as the House of Stenkil and House of Bjelbo, held the title of jarl before their ascension to the throne. Since the early 12th century, there usually was only one holder of the title at a time, second only to the King of Sweden.

Birger Jarl was a Swedish statesman, a member of the House of Bjelbo, who played a pivotal role in the consolidation of Sweden while a jarl from 1248 until his death.

He is traditionally attributed to have founded the Swedish capital, Stockholm, around 1250, and several historical structures there are still named after him including the street Birger Jarlsgatan (on Norrmalm); the tower Birger Jarls Torn and the square Birger Jarls Torg (both on Riddarholmen).

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swiatopelk777 (9074) 2009-10-02 12:49

Hi Ismojo!
Very interesting place, very interesting tomb, good note information. Nice lightness.
Greetings from Warszawa!

delpeoples (6582) 2009-10-03 17:14

Hi Ismojo, a gold sarcofoge in Sweden! I thought we were in Egypt at first. Thank you for the very interesting history of the ancient royal line of Sweden. Here in Australia with only a history of 200 years, to hear of your country's history of nearly 1,000 years ago is impressive. I like the shot, the colours beautifully contrast one another and the subject matter is, as I said, very interesting. Have a good weekend, Lisa.

jusninasirun (10211) 2009-10-05 1:13

Useful notes Ismojo. The image complemented well with fine details and pristine sharpness.

Best regards.
Jusni