Brief aan Jan Veth Possibly 1911 - 1919

Hendrick Peter Godfried Quack created this letter to Jan Veth in Amsterdam on May 9, 1911. The visual field is dominated by the contrast between the off-white paper and the dark, looping script that fills almost every available space. This creates a sense of intimacy, as if we're peering into a personal exchange. The text, while visually dense, reveals its structure through distinct sections. The date and location at the top, the salutation "Waarde Vriend" that segments the page. These elements act as formal markers, organizing the flow of the letter, while the handwriting itself communicates the nuances of tone and intention. The letter form, beyond its informational content, becomes an artifact of a specific time and intellectual milieu. It invites us to consider how such personal communications functioned as building blocks for broader cultural and philosophical dialogues. The materiality and composition of the letter thus reflect deeper cultural codes and values.