Citaten uit brieven aan Simon Maris before 1919

This is a transcription of letters to Simon Maris, dating from around 1909 to 1910, by Pieter Haverkorn van Rijsewijk. The letters offer a deeply personal look into the artist’s inner world. Within this correspondence, Haverkorn van Rijsewijk contemplates his own struggles, referencing moments of despair and introspection. The mention of suicide, coupled with financial worries and artistic frustrations, paints a portrait of a man grappling with the burdens of existence and artistic creation. He writes about his struggles with money, but his spirit for creation. The letters provide a glimpse into the complex interplay between personal experience, artistic expression, and societal pressures. Haverkorn van Rijsewijk's words resonate with a vulnerability that invites reflection on the human condition. They encourage us to confront the emotional dimensions of art, inviting empathy and connection across time.