Diminutiv gengivelse af en hundredkroneseddel 1900 - 1903

Waldemar Bøhme created this tiny rendering of a 100-kroner banknote from an unknown date, held here at the SMK. Bøhme, who lived from 1848 to 1926, operated within a society deeply entrenched in its national identity, amidst evolving financial systems. This miniature banknote captures a moment when currency was not merely a medium of exchange but also a symbol of national pride and economic stability. The allegorical female figure adorning the note embodies classical ideals, while the precise detailing speaks to the craftsmanship and trustworthiness expected of currency design. Consider the artist's choice to painstakingly recreate this banknote on such a diminutive scale. This act could reflect both a fascination with precision and perhaps a subtle commentary on the value we place on material wealth and the systems that govern it. It invites a dialogue about how we, as a society, construct value and imbue objects with symbolic meaning. This small artwork reflects larger societal values around nationhood, labor, and representation.