Bedankkaart aan Philip Zilcken 1905 - 1906

This thank you card was made in June 1905 in 's-Gravenhage. The anonymous card maker chose a simple cream color for the card, with the text printed in a straightforward manner. It reminds me that sometimes the most direct approach is the most meaningful. Looking at the paper, you can see the texture, feel the age, and that's where the emotion comes in. The card is a little distressed, with a crease running diagonally across the surface. This imperfection only enhances its appeal, as it bears witness to the passage of time and the weight of emotions conveyed. In art, as in life, it's often the things that seem like mistakes or flaws that give a piece its unique character. This card feels like a nod to the work of artists like On Kawara, in his simple, almost banal text based works. In this, ambiguity becomes a strength, inviting multiple interpretations and personal reflections.