Ud for den imellem Buskene... 1928

Curator: We're looking at a drawing by Fritz Syberg, dating back to 1928. It's titled "Ud for den imellem Buskene…," which translates to "Out There Between the Bushes…," created using ink on paper. What springs to mind when you first see it? Editor: Immediately, I'm struck by its energetic, almost chaotic lines. It’s restless, isn't it? A frantic scrabble of ink that somehow resolves into… a landscape? It’s intriguing; the mood is both inviting and slightly unsettling, as if the idyll it hints at is somehow obstructed or just out of reach. Curator: The choice of ink definitely amplifies that feeling. Syberg was known for his expressive linework, capturing light and shadow with an almost feverish intensity. The repeated, overlapping lines, especially in the bushes, suggest hidden depths. Bushes themselves can represent secrets, hiding places, maybe even repressed thoughts. Editor: Precisely. And the house peeking out from the thicket—almost disappearing, as if it doesn't want to be seen—could symbolize shelter or the unconscious. Perhaps a retreat into the self, shielded from the world’s gaze? The "bushes" become psychological barriers. Curator: Or a yearning for something hidden and wilder. Look at how Syberg contrasts the rigid lines forming the house with the swirling, almost untamed, energy of the foliage. It’s a compelling dance between civilization and nature. Editor: I like the interpretation. There's definitely an emotional tension, maybe that Syberg wanted to suggest. I do like this idea of “Dvale” hiding in the image. The feeling that things are waiting for a gentle push in order to start coming out of their hidden spots. What a fantastic illustration. It is indeed “lively” if you are looking closely into the details. Curator: Syberg manages to conjure atmosphere. It's more than just a simple landscape. This ink sketch is really a window into a state of mind and offers some fascinating insight into Fritz Syberg's complex vision of his land.