Menukaart van de lunch ter ere van het huwelijk tussen H. de Kruijff en Ch. N. Begram van Eeten, met silhouetportret van het paar 1916

This 1916 menu card for the wedding of H. de Kruijff and Ch. N. Begram van Eeten is a charming example of early 20th-century graphic design. The piece features a simple silhouette of the couple in a loving pose, with the man presenting a single rose to his bride. The menu itself, printed in elegant script, lists a sumptuous meal fit for a wedding celebration, offering a glimpse into the culinary tastes of the time. Though unsigned, the card exemplifies the popular use of silhouette portraits in wedding announcements and invitations during this period. The use of silhouettes, with their unique sense of intimacy and elegance, creates a timeless and romantic feel.