Rejsedagbog 1845 - 1846

"Rejsedagbog" (Travel Diary) is a small-format sketchbook by Danish artist Johan Thomas Lundbye, created during his travels in Italy from 1845 to 1846. The sketchbook showcases Lundbye's detailed and meticulous handwritten notes, offering a glimpse into his observations and experiences during his Italian journey. The sketchbook contains a mixture of textual entries and sketches, revealing Lundbye's artistic process and keen eye for detail. This personal artifact, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides a unique window into Lundbye's artistic development and the cultural landscape of 19th-century Italy.