Brief aan A. van der Boom Possibly 1932 - 1938

This is a letter to A. van der Boom, penned in 1932 by Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst, a Dutch artist deeply embedded in the currents of symbolism and socialism. The letter offers us a glimpse into Holst's world, shaped by his beliefs and social engagements. His socialist leanings and artistic sensibilities deeply influenced his work. This is a world in which art, politics, and personal relationships are intertwined. His words suggest an artist grappling with the tensions between tradition and modernity, between the personal and the political. "London is the most complete and also the most practical art dictionary there is." Holst’s letter is a potent reminder of the importance of situating art within its historical and cultural contexts. It's a deeply personal artifact which reflects larger societal questions about art's role and meaning. The very act of writing and preserving such a letter speaks to the value placed on communication and connection in a rapidly changing world.