Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken before 1899

This postcard, dated before 1899, is a handwritten note by Dutch author and poet Albert Verwey. The card is addressed to Philip Zilcken, a Dutch art collector and critic. It's likely a personal note, offering a glimpse into Verwey's daily life and his relationship with Zilcken. The postcard features a Dutch stamp, and various postmarks, hinting at its journey and the postal system of the time. This artifact offers a unique look into the correspondence of two significant figures in Dutch history, as well as the cultural context of late 19th-century Netherlands.