Overlijdensbericht aan Philip Zilcken after 7

This is a death announcement for Jacob Maris, which was delivered to Philip Zilcken in 1899. We don't know who made this announcement but we know it deeply involves the Maris family, as it was signed on behalf of them. The text is a formal announcement, typical of the era, noting Maris's passing in Karlsbad and identifying him as a beloved spouse, father, and father-in-law. It’s a reminder of the social conventions around death and mourning at the turn of the century and how loss was publicly acknowledged. The announcement speaks to the private grief of the family. It reflects the intersection of personal loss and public identity, capturing the complex ways in which death intertwines with life.