A famous author’s childhood home

Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing at Martin Andersen Nexøs Mindestuer, a cultural hub in the town of Nexø on Bornholm. The building is the childhood home of the famous Danish author Martin Andersen Nexø and today it is a museum dedicated to his life and work. Their exhibits offers a glimpse into the world of one of Denmark’s literary giants, whose works like Pelle the Conqueror and Ditte, Child of Man have left an indelible mark on Danish literature.

The Museum’s staff and volunteers are currently working on a new website to draw in visitors and renew interest in Nexø’s legacy. My task was to capture the charm of the old building. This is the result: