"De store Tider er inde - og en skøn Kunst venter os". Blyantsnotat 1916

"De store Tider er inde - og en skøn Kunst venter os" is a pencil note by Danish artist J.A. Jerichau (II), created in 1916, the year of his death. This note, now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the artist's final thoughts on the state of art. The note itself is minimalistic, consisting of simple pencil strokes on a blank sheet of paper, showcasing the brevity of his artistic vision. The inscription, in Danish, suggests Jerichau's belief in the imminent arrival of a great artistic era. The note serves as a testament to Jerichau's artistic legacy and his enduring faith in the power of art to inspire and uplift.