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13 Tapestry from Hall of Christian IV at Akershus Fortress of in Oslo, Norway

Three tapestries hang on the north wall of the Hall of Christian IV at Akershus Castle. They represent scenes of a Spanish Riding School in Vienna. These large, gorgeous pieces of artwork were originally crafted in Brussels during the mid-17th century. They were presented to a member of the royal family as a wedding gift. This tapestry is the only original. A castle representative called it Tjøha.

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Tapestry from Hall of Christian IV at Akershus Fortress of in Oslo, Norway

Akershus Castle Church 0150 Oslo, Norway

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