Ved Bellevue 1889

John Lübschitz created this print, "Ved Bellevue," using etching. Born in Denmark in 1858, Lübschitz lived through a period of significant social and political change, particularly regarding national identity and artistic expression. This piece presents a seemingly tranquil coastal scene, but it is worth considering how national identity is expressed through landscape. How does it reflect a sense of belonging? The location, Bellevue, now part of a wealthy suburb of Copenhagen, suggests privilege. Who has access to these views, and whose stories are told through them? The monochromatic etching emphasizes the somber mood, inviting reflection. What feelings does this landscape evoke in you? Lübschitz’s "Ved Bellevue" offers us a glimpse into a specific time and place, subtly inviting us to reflect on questions of belonging, access, and identity within the landscape.