Prentbriefkaart aan Philip Zilcken before 1928

This photographic postcard depicts the Place du Tertre in Montmartre. The black and white image has a muted tone, creating a sense of nostalgic distance. The composition is structured around the organic forms of trees that frame and intersect the architectural space. Note how the foreground is dominated by foliage, obscuring and revealing the square, which creates a dynamic interplay between nature and urban life. The structural elements of buildings and the church in the background are softened by the leafy canopies, suggesting a harmonious, if not idealized, relationship between humanity and nature. The placement of advertisements and signage provides insight into the cultural and commercial context of the scene, while also acting as flat planes that contrast with the naturalistic depth of the square. The visual interplay between the structured architecture and the organic forms embodies a dialogue about our understanding of space and its representation.