Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1928

This is a handwritten postcard by the Dutch painter Adriaan Pit, sent to Philip Zilcken in 1928. It is a personal note in Dutch, likely a thank you for a commission or a friendly greeting. The postcard offers insight into Pit’s life and artistic career, including the ways in which he communicated with patrons. This postcard, a part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection, is an example of a genre known as “ephemera,” which encompasses everyday objects that are often overlooked but offer a window into historical events and personal experiences.