Rejsedagbog. Firenze 1846

This is a page from Johan Thomas Lundbye's travel journal, likely created during his travels in Florence. Lundbye, who was born in 1818, died at the young age of 29. These journals provide intimate glimpses into the life of an artist deeply embedded in the cultural and political currents of his time. As someone who came of age during a period of national romanticism in Denmark, Lundbye was very interested in the relationship between identity, nation, and landscape. His writings often reflect his investment in these ideas, as well as his personal experiences. There is an emotional resonance that stems from recognizing how Lundbye intertwined his artistic vision with his sense of self and place in the world. These journal entries act as a form of self-discovery, reflecting the artist's personal experiences, and ultimately offering a window into the broader societal values of 19th-century Europe.