Drie foto's van de verjaardagspartij van Lilly Mohr Possibly 1909

These three photographs of Lilly Mohr’s birthday party were taken by Carolina (Loentje) Frederika Onnen, sometime in the early 20th century. It’s so simple, right? Just a few photos pasted onto a page, like anyone could do it. But look closer, and you start to see it's about how the photos aren't perfect - a torn corner, a bit of fading. The imperfections are so appealing, like she wasn't trying to make something precious, just honest. The way she frames her subjects—these small groups huddled together—it feels like she's saying something about community and togetherness. The slightly grainy texture and subdued tones give everything a soft, dreamlike quality, reminding us that memory is never crystal clear. There's a casual intimacy to the way Onnen captures these moments, like looking through a beloved family album. It reminds me a bit of the quiet observations in Agnes Martin's work. It's all about capturing life as it happens, a little rough around the edges, but full of feeling.