Figurstudie til Langelinie-billedet 1923 - 1927

This is 'Figurstudie til Langelinie-billedet', a pencil drawing by Edvard Weie. Weie, who lived from 1879 to 1943, worked in a period of immense social and political change in Europe, including the rise of modernism. The sketch offers a glimpse into Weie's creative process as he captured figures for his painting of Langelinie, the promenade in Copenhagen. These quickly sketched figures, likely working-class individuals enjoying a day out, reflect a departure from traditional portraiture. Instead of idealizing his subjects, Weie focuses on capturing the essence of everyday life. The emotional impact of this sketch lies in its immediacy, inviting us to reflect on our own connections to public spaces. Weie developed an alternative narrative, which mirrors his commitment to depicting the lives of ordinary people. This focus reflects evolving attitudes towards class and representation in the early 20th century.