Rejsedagbog 1845

Johan Thomas Lundbye created this page of his travel diary sometime in the 19th century, using paper and ink. The most obvious aspect of this work is that it's handwritten, a process that emphasizes the direct connection between the artist's thoughts and the physical act of writing. Consider the physical effort involved, the controlled movements needed to form each letter, and the time it would have taken. This labor-intensive approach is far removed from our contemporary digital methods of production. The texture of the paper, its absorbency affecting how the ink bleeds, and the evenness of the lines, all play into the aesthetic of the artwork. The content of the writing, presumably notes from his travels, further roots the piece in a specific time and place, documenting Lundbye's experiences and observations. By understanding the materials and process behind this diary entry, we can appreciate its intimate nature, as a record of the artist's personal journey and the tangible link to his era.