Rejsedagbog 1845

"Rejsedagbog" (Travel Diary) is a handwritten journal created by Johan Thomas Lundbye in 1845. This small, intimate piece, now in the collection of SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into Lundbye's personal observations and experiences during his travels. The diary's delicate script reveals a keen eye for detail and a reflective nature. The small size and intimate scale of this artwork highlight the personal nature of Lundbye's artistic practice and his interest in recording his experiences in a direct and unmediated way.