Profilportræt af kunstnerens ældste broder, krigsminister og oberst C.C. Lundbye 1838

Johan Thomas Lundbye sketched this portrait of his older brother, a military man, using pen and ink in Denmark in 1838. The portrait reflects the social stratification and values of 19th-century Denmark, where military service was often associated with the upper echelons of society and figures of authority. The choice to depict his brother in profile, emphasizing his strong jawline and formal attire, reinforces this image of authority and respectability. As a historian, I might explore military records, genealogical archives, and social histories to understand the role of the Lundbye family within Danish society and the significance of military service as a marker of social status. By situating the artwork within its historical context, we can gain deeper insight into the values and power dynamics that shaped its creation.