Ontwerp voor een oorkonde van de Vereniging ter Bevordering van de Belangen des Boekhandels c. 1900 - 1915

This design for a certificate was created by Dutch artist Reinier de Vries, sometime between 1900 and 1915. The design features a decorative, blue, Art Nouveau-style frame, reminiscent of a medieval manuscript. The text in the design refers to a “Vereniging tot Bevordering van de Belangen des Boekhandels,” or "Association for the Promotion of the Interests of the Book Trade," suggesting a focus on booksellers and their craft. De Vries’ design utilizes flowing lines and intricate details, typical of the Art Nouveau aesthetic, creating a striking visual impact.