Vers. Side 25 1840 - 1844

This page comes from a sketchbook made by Johan Thomas Lundbye, a Danish painter, in the 1840s. Lundbye was part of a generation of artists who sought to define a distinctly Danish national identity through their art. The Danish Golden Age, as it was known, was a period of intense nationalism, fuelled by political upheaval and a desire to assert cultural independence. Lundbye's sketches and writings often celebrated the Danish landscape, history, and folklore. This particular page features handwritten text that speaks to this cultural moment. The words evoke a romantic vision of Denmark, steeped in myth and legend. Lundbye and his peers drew inspiration from folklore and ancient sagas to create a sense of shared history and cultural heritage. These artistic choices reflect the broader social and political currents of the time. Scholars analyze the literature, art, and music of this era to understand the complex interplay between national identity and artistic expression.