Briefkaart aan Pieter Haverkorn van Rijsewijk Possibly 1898

This artwork, "Briefkaart aan Pieter Haverkorn van Rijsewijk" by Carel Nicolaas Storm van 's-Gravesande, is a postcard dated possibly to 1898. The postcard features a handwritten address to "Herrn P. Haverkorn van Rijsewijk" and "Dirs. & Mevr. Boymans" in Rotterdam, Holland. It is a fascinating glimpse into the postal communication of the late 19th century. The artwork highlights the evolution of communication technology, with the stamps and postmarks serving as markers of its journey. This postcard, housed in the Rijksmuseum, represents a unique historical artifact, shedding light on the daily lives and practices of the time.