Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken before 1915

This artwork, "Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken", is a postcard from the early 20th century by the Dutch artist Roger Marx (1859-1913). The postcard is a simple piece of paper with the recipient's name and address written in elegant cursive, the words "Carte postale" and other stamps and markings. This seemingly ordinary item is notable for its historical context. It is a physical artifact of communication from a time before widespread phone and internet access. The postcard, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a unique glimpse into the past, offering a personal connection to a historical figure and their everyday life.