Palace Guards with Historic Hats During Easter Weekend
Photo: The Swedish Royal Court
During the Easter weekend, the Swedish Royal Court showcased two of the Governor's Office palace guards in their bicorne hats with yellow ostrich feathers dating from 1854.
During the Easter weekend, the Swedish Royal Court showcased two of the Governor's Office palace guards in their characteristic bicorne hats. The hats, adorned with yellow ostrich feathers, date from 1854 and are still used at ceremonial occasions at the Royal Palace in Stockholm.
The palace guards in their historic bicorne hats with yellow ostrich feathers. Photo: The Swedish Royal Court
The eye-catching hats are part of the rich uniform tradition at the Swedish court, and are a beautiful example of how historic traditions live on in the modern monarchy.