Brief aan Pieter Haverkorn van Rijsewijk 1911 - 1916

This is a letter titled "Brief aan Pieter Haverkorn van Rijsewijk," by J. Dijk. This letter commemorates the 70th birthday of the artist Colenbrander. The author reflects on Colenbrander's unique artistic path, noting his preference for solitude and avoidance of the mainstream art world. Dijk celebrates Colenbrander's distinctive and versatile artistry, particularly his work with the Rozenburg factory and his innovative carpet designs. The letter touches on the theme of artistic recognition, suggesting that Colenbrander's art was ahead of its time, leading to delayed appreciation. But now he is generally appreciated, because his art has a future, because it comes forth from genius. Dijk’s letter invites us to consider the complex relationship between artistic genius, societal acceptance, and the artist's own positioning within the cultural landscape, reflecting on the personal and emotional dimensions of artistic creation and recognition.