Mindeblad om kunstnercarnevalet d. 3. marts 1854 1853

Adolph Kittendorff created this memory sheet about the artist’s carnival on March 3, 1854, with pen and ink. The composition is immediately striking: a grid-like structure adorned with floral motifs contains various scenes and texts, evoking a sense of organized chaos. The use of line is particularly significant. Each scene, from the lively procession to the theatrical performances, is rendered with a precision that captures the dynamism of the carnival. The sepia tones and the texture of the drawing give a sense of historical depth. Kittendorff is playing with signs and cultural codes related to carnival traditions, using satire and symbolism to address social and political issues. The grid format suggests a framework where diverse elements are contained, yet the unruly nature of carnival resists such rigid structuring. This tension encapsulates how such events challenge fixed meanings and established values. The artist employs the structure of the memory sheet not just as an aesthetic choice but as a cultural commentary. This artwork remains a site of vibrant re-interpretation.