Aantekening uit archief Philip Zilcken Possibly 1889

"Aantekening uit archief Philip Zilcken" is an anonymous ledger entry from 1889, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork, a simple page of handwritten accounting, is a powerful testament to the mundane yet crucial details of daily life in the late 19th century. The handwritten script offers a glimpse into the life of Philip Zilcken, a businessman whose activities are reflected in the ledger's entries. The page's simple design and everyday subject matter offer insight into historical record keeping, creating an intriguing connection to the past.