The Garden Room (room 4A)
Originally, this was Christian IV's bathroom, but under Frederik IV, the room was converted into a cabinet for Frederik IV and his Queen Louise. The room was named the Garden Room because from here, one could sit and enjoy the view of the garden.
From bathroom to garden room
The Garden Room was originally Christian IV's bathroom, which had direct access to his toilet (The Secret) and his bedroom. However, in 1705-1706, the bathroom was converted into a cabinet (meaning a small, private chamber) for Frederik IV and Queen Louise. This transformation occurred when they converted what is now called "The Dark Room" into their shared bedroom.
The current furnishings and displayed objects in the Garden Room tell the story of Frederik IV and Queen Louise, who were the last royal couple to use Rosenborg as a residence.
The stucco ceiling in the Garden Room was crafted by Frederik Ehbisch, and the ceiling painting, which celebrates the power of wine, was created by Bénoit le Coffre. The inlaid floor of oak and walnut, as well as the marbled and painted panels, date back to 1707.
At the request of Christian VI, the south-facing window was replaced by a double door in 1745, providing direct access to the private garden to the west via a staircase.
Objects in the room
If you are physically at the museum, you can admire the outstanding objects and read more about them below.
Please note that these descriptions are brief and often without images. They serve as an additional resource for those who wish to gain more knowledge about each object, such as who created them, their origin, and significance.