Briefkaart aan Jan Veth en Anna Dorothea Dirks Possibly 1895 - 1896

This is a postcard addressed to Jan Veth and Anna Dorothea Dirks, sent by Karel Johan Lodewijk Alberdingk Thijm. While undated, the stamps and design suggest it originates from the late 19th or early 20th century. In this era, the act of sending a postcard was more than a simple communication; it was a social ritual, especially among intellectuals and artists. Jan Veth was a prominent Dutch artist, critic, poet and professor of art history. This card offers a glimpse into the intimate network of artistic and intellectual exchange of the time. The card serves as a material testament to the relationships and modes of communication prevalent among the cultural elite. The handwritten address speaks volumes about the personal connections that fueled the art world. This everyday object becomes charged with the energy of human interaction and the transmission of ideas, capturing a moment in time.