Grips-Holms
One sheet, previously mounted
vintage advertising poster for a 1937 cultural festival at Gripsholm Castle (Gripsholms slott) in Mariefred, Sweden. The poster was designed by artist Albin Amelin (1902–1975).
Poster Details
Purpose: It promotes a "Big Folk Culture Festival" held on June 19–20, 1937, celebrating the castle's 400th anniversary (1537–1937).
Events Advertised: The festival featured historical plays, exhibitions, concerts, and equestrian games ("Ryttarspel").
Location: Gripsholm Castle, referred to on the poster as "Vasaborgen" (The Vasa Castle), reflecting its origin as a fortress built by King Gustav Vasa in 1537.
About Gripsholm Castle
Gripsholm Castle is located on the shores of Lake Mälaren, approximately 60 km west of Stockholm. It is famous for its distinctive circular corner towers and its red brick architecture. Originally a royal residence for the Swedish royal family until the 18th century, it now serves as a museum and houses the Swedish State Portrait Collection
vintage advertising poster for a 1937 cultural festival at Gripsholm Castle (Gripsholms slott) in Mariefred, Sweden. The poster was designed by artist Albin Amelin (1902–1975).
Poster Details
Purpose: It promotes a "Big Folk Culture Festival" held on June 19–20, 1937, celebrating the castle's 400th anniversary (1537–1937).
Events Advertised: The festival featured historical plays, exhibitions, concerts, and equestrian games ("Ryttarspel").
Location: Gripsholm Castle, referred to on the poster as "Vasaborgen" (The Vasa Castle), reflecting its origin as a fortress built by King Gustav Vasa in 1537.
About Gripsholm Castle
Gripsholm Castle is located on the shores of Lake Mälaren, approximately 60 km west of Stockholm. It is famous for its distinctive circular corner towers and its red brick architecture. Originally a royal residence for the Swedish royal family until the 18th century, it now serves as a museum and houses the Swedish State Portrait Collection
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