Studier af bygninger. Notater 1930 - 1936

Niels Larsen Stevns made this sketch of buildings with notes at an unknown date. It’s currently located at the Statens Museum for Kunst. Stevns was working at a time when the role of art was being renegotiated in Danish society. With increasing urbanization and industrialization, artists were grappling with how to represent and engage with the changing social landscape. Museums like Statens Museum for Kunst were also evolving, becoming more accessible to the public and playing a larger role in shaping national identity and cultural values. The sketch depicts architectural structures, possibly studies of buildings or landscapes. The presence of written notes alongside the sketches suggests a process of observation, reflection, and documentation. Analyzing the handwriting, language, and content of the notes can provide insights into the artist's thoughts, intentions, and the social or cultural context in which the sketch was made. By examining the sketch in relation to the artist's biography, the museum's history, and broader social trends, we can better understand its significance as a cultural artifact.