Artwork

Kilderejsen. Intermedium

Kilderejsen. Intermedium, by Unknown, 1750
Kilderejsen. Intermedium, by Unknown, 1750

Kilderejsen. Intermedium is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Kilderejsen.

About this work

Overview

Kilderejsen. Intermedium is an image dating from around 1750, attributed to the artist identified as 693_person. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography and presents a lively outdoor gathering captured in a single moment.

Subject & Meaning

The composition depicts a group of individuals strolling through a park. Some participants wear period costumes, carrying flowers or walking sticks, while others pause to converse or observe. At the centre, a figure bearing a bouquet appears to guide the assemblage, suggesting a focal point of leadership or celebration within the scene.

Technique & Style

The image employs a naturalistic approach, with attention to the interplay of light and shade that gives depth to the foliage and figures. The informal arrangement conveys a candid snapshot rather than a staged portrait, emphasizing movement and the ambient atmosphere of the park setting.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1750, the work has been preserved within the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings. Its attribution to 693_person reflects cataloguing conventions used by the institution, and the piece has remained in the museum’s collection since its acquisition, though specific acquisition details are not recorded in the available data.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known