Folder van de Vrijzinnig Christelijke Jeugd Centrale te Hilversum 1884 - 1952

This artwork, created by Reinier Willem Petrus de Vries between 1884 and 1952, is a folder design for the "Vrijzinnig Christelijke Jeugd Centrale" in Hilversum. The design includes four symbols representing different age groups within the organization: a leaf for "Bosvolk" (8-12 years), a bird for "Vrije Vogels" (12-15 years), a flame for "Jeugd Gemeenschap" (15-19 years), and a bell for "Jongelieden Bond" (19-28 years). This design exemplifies the use of simple visual language to communicate complex ideas and categorize individuals within a larger organization. The artwork is a significant historical artifact illustrating the structure and visual identity of youth organizations in early 20th century Netherlands.