Krantenknipsel betreffende Jac. P. Thijsse after 13

This anonymous news clipping on Jac. P. Thijsse’s funeral, presents a stark composition of black ink against a faded, off-white paper. The texture of the paper seems aged, almost brittle, giving the artifact a fragile quality. This materiality establishes an immediate sense of history and temporality. Structurally, the arrangement of text creates dense blocks that command visual attention. The rigid columns of text create a visual rhythm that echoes the somber cadence of a eulogy. The visual weight of these forms, combined with the grainy texture, reinforces the idea of a collective memory being preserved through print. The contrast between light and shadow further accentuates the typographic forms and their relationship. The darkness of the ink against the muted background amplifies the semiotic weight of the words, underscoring their function as carriers of meaning. This contrast serves to highlight the transition of Thijsse from public life into historical record.