Prentbriefkaart aan Renée Hélène Laure Zilcken Possibly 1911 - 1918

This postcard was sent to Renée Hélène Laure Zilcken by Hélène van Goethem at an unknown date. It offers us a fascinating glimpse into the social conventions of the early 20th century. The handwritten message in French suggests a personal connection, possibly between female friends or relatives. It reads like a snapshot of daily life, with references to weather and activities, hinting at the importance of social correspondence within a certain class. The presence of a British stamp and a postmark from The Hague indicates the movement of people and information across borders. Considering that Van Goethem was herself an artist, this card also gives insight into the cultural networks in which she was active. To fully understand the card's significance, we would need to research postal services and social etiquette of the time. It is a reminder that artworks are part of a broader social fabric.