Rejsedagbog 1845

This travel journal was created by Johan Thomas Lundbye, a Danish artist, in the early 19th century. Though undated, it offers insight into the cultural and intellectual life of the Danish Golden Age. The open pages reveal handwritten text, likely observations and reflections from Lundbye's travels. In his time, artists were increasingly interested in portraying the landscape of Denmark, celebrating the cultural significance of the area. As Romanticism swept through Europe, artists like Lundbye turned to nature, using it as a source of national identity. The institutional support from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts encouraged artists to explore and depict the Danish countryside. Historians study travel journals to understand the relationship between art and social context. Examining Lundbye's writings alongside his paintings helps us understand the artistic conventions and the cultural values that shaped his vision.