Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1901

"Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken" is a postcard from 1901 by Italian artist Vittorio Pica, notable for its depiction of a postcard’s back side. The card is marked with Italian stamps and postmarks, suggesting it was mailed from Italy. This work is an example of **ephemera**, a category of collectible items that are not traditionally fine art, but offer insight into the past. Pica’s artistic practice included using such everyday objects as postcards, tickets, and labels to explore themes of communication and information.