The Mannekenägen at Kornhamnstorg 1954 - Premium poster with matte paper

Kornhamnstorg is a triangular square located in the Old Town, the historic heart of Stockholm. The square, which borders Munkbroleden to the south and is surrounded by the Cerberus, Charon, Typhon and Deucalion neighborhoods, has a long history that dates back to the Middle Ages. Originally, the place was called Kornhaffn (1427) and later Åkaretorget (1644) before the name Kornhamnstorg was established in 1651. The name comes from the harbor of Kornhamn, where grain from Lake Mälaren was unloaded and stored during the Middle Ages, making the square a central place for trade.

In 1954, Kornhamnstorg gained special significance when the floating fish market, an important part of Stockholm's food supply, was moved to the quay outside the square. This fish market, a bustling trading place, remained there for twelve years until 1966, when it was moved and eventually closed. The move of the fish market to Kornhamnstorg in 1954 marked an adaptation to the city's growing needs and changing trade patterns, and it helped to strengthen the area's role as a hub for both locals and visitors.

In the middle of the square stands the statue of the Arch-Strengthener by Christian Eriksson, erected in 1916 in memory of Engelbrekt Engelbrektsson and his struggle for freedom in the 1430s. The area is also known for historic buildings such as the von der Lindeska House (Kornhamnstorg 51) with Stockholm's oldest bay window and the Funckska House (Kornhamnstorg 53), both from the 17th century. Kornhamnstorg was, and still is, a lively place that reflects the rich history and cultural heritage of the Old Town. In 1954, it was particularly significant as a link between Stockholm's medieval trading traditions and the city's modern development.