Rejsedagbog 1845

"Rejsedagbog" (Travel Diary) is a small leather-bound book, a personal journal by Johan Thomas Lundbye, a Danish landscape painter. The book is filled with his handwritten observations and sketches from his travels in 1845. The small size of the book suggests its intended use for travel and the intimate nature of the writing inside. This journal is an important document for understanding Lundbye’s artistic process and his fascination with the Danish landscape. The detail of the book’s size provides insight into the nature of Lundbye’s travels and the significance of his written observations in his artistic practice.