Observing Sweden - 27 July 2013 The Church at Stora Tuna – Borlänge

 

This church is a few miles from where we live, was completed in 1469., was the religious and political center of Darläna (the area in which we live) at that time. It is a three hall, Gothic style design.

Crucifix:

Created by an unknown Swedish woodcarver, early 16 century. It comprises both medieval and Renaissance features.

Altar piece:

Copy of 1659 painting by David Klöcker Ehrensstrahl. It is of the baroque style. Frame is carved and gilded wood.

Pulpit:

Made in Stockholm and transported by sled to Stora Tuna. Wood is painted to look like marble. Installed 1757.

Organ:

Installed 1969. Has 3 manuals an 43 stops. Note Spanish trumpets, Hard to see unless you enlarge. They are at the bottom of the top center pipes.