Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken before 1897

This postcard, titled "Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken" (Postcard to Philip Zilcken), was created before 1897 by Dutch artist Hendrik Johannes Haverman. The postcard features a handwritten message addressed to "Mr. Ph. Zilcken," likely a collector of art, with the words "kunst schilder" (art painter) and a signature reading "den Haag" (The Hague). The postcard is currently in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing a glimpse into the artist's personal correspondence and network. The stamps on the postcard add a historical layer, depicting the postal system of the Netherlands in the late 19th century.