Thorvaldsens Hjemkomst 1840

"Thorvaldsens Hjemkomst" (Thorvaldsen's Homecoming) is a lithograph by Danish artist Edvard Lehmann, created in 1840. The artwork depicts the triumphant return of the renowned Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen to Copenhagen from Rome in 1838. Lehmann's detailed print captures the lively atmosphere of the event, showcasing the crowd gathered at the harbor to welcome Thorvaldsen home. The presence of ships, a rainbow in the sky, and the celebratory gestures of the crowd emphasize the joyous occasion of Thorvaldsen's return. "Thorvaldsens Hjemkomst" provides a glimpse into 19th-century Danish culture and the public acclaim for artistic achievement.