Huwelijksaankondiging aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1901

This artwork, "Huwelijksaankondiging aan Philip Zilcken," is a handwritten wedding announcement likely created in 1901. It features a formal declaration of the upcoming marriage of Wilhelmina J. Glasener and M. van der Maare, with the date and location of the wedding ceremony outlined. This piece, preserved at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the social customs of early 20th century Dutch society, specifically the practice of issuing public wedding announcements. The announcement's simple yet elegant script reflects the era's aesthetic and the importance placed on communicating significant life events within the community.