Brief aan anoniem 1904 - 1909

This is a letter from September 1904, written by a committee, including Bertha L. Norman, to friends of Mevrouw S. Mesdag-van Houten. It’s an invitation to contribute to a commemorative album for Mevrouw Mesdag-van Houten's upcoming 70th birthday. The letterhead is simple, formal, typeset in a clear, unfussy font, yet there's a graceful, calligraphic flourish at the top, a delicate "M." This tiny detail hints at a more personal, artistic touch, a contrast to the official tone of the text. The committee envisions this album as a collection of sketches, thoughtful words, musical snippets, or even simple signatures, a gesture of friendship and respect. It's really about a collaborative, heartfelt tribute. It reminds us that art isn’t always about grand gestures. Sometimes, it's about the small, intentional acts of connection and the stories we tell together. It's the process that matters. It reminds me a little of the collaborative work of the Surrealists. The idea of an ongoing exchange of ideas is key to understanding the fluidity and ever-evolving nature of art.