Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1896

"Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken" is a handwritten postcard, likely dating back to 1896, from the Dutch artist Carel Nicolaas Storm van 's-Gravesande. It depicts a postcard sent from Amsterdam, Holland, addressed to Philip Zilcken in Wiesbaden, Germany. The card features a postage stamp with the inscription "Deutsche Reichpost," and a series of handwritten notes referencing the recipient's address and the sender's occupation. The artifact provides valuable insight into the everyday life of the Dutch artist and his interactions with the world beyond his studio. This postcard is a unique glimpse into the personal correspondence of a celebrated painter, offering a window into the communication patterns and cultural context of the late 19th century.