Blank 1832

This blank page from Martinus Rørbye’s sketchbook, created in 1832, is a testament to the artist's meticulous documentation of his travels. While seemingly empty, the blank page represents the potential for artistic creation and the artist's journey to capture the world around him. Rørbye, known for his detailed sketches and watercolors, often utilized his sketchbooks as a means to record his observations, ultimately serving as a foundation for his finished works. This blank page, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, speaks to the quiet intimacy of the creative process and offers a glimpse into the mind of a renowned Danish artist.