Briefkaart aan Jan Veth Possibly 1885 - 1889

"Briefkaart aan Jan Veth" is a postcard by Dutch artist Jac van Looij (1855–1930), possibly dating to between 1885–1889. The artwork features a handwritten inscription addressed to "Jan den Heer J. P. Veth" in Amsterdam and includes a stamp of the Italian post office along with other postage markings. This work is a fascinating example of a postcard as art, highlighting the artist's use of everyday objects as a medium for expression. Van Looij, known for his landscapes and portraits, captures the beauty and simplicity of a handwritten message, turning an ordinary postcard into a work of art.