Prentbriefkaart aan Andries Bonger before 1925

Emile Bernard wrote this postcard to Andries Bonger sometime around 1918. Imagine him, pen in hand, pausing between words, thinking about what to say, capturing his thoughts in ink. It's like he’s painting with words, each stroke forming a sentence, a sentiment. I know that feeling! What’s so fascinating is how the act of writing itself becomes a form of expression, shaping not just the message but also the texture and feel of the communication. I wonder what was going through Bernard's mind as he penned this note. Was he relaxed, in a rush? I love how the physical act of making marks – whether with a brush or a pen – connects us to the artist's state of mind, their intentions, their very being. We’re always in conversation with each other, building on ideas, challenging conventions, and pushing the boundaries of what art can be.