Brief aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1905

Karel Sluijterman made this letter to Philip Zilcken with ink on paper; it's dated January 28th, 1905. Just imagine the motion of his hand across the page, committing thoughts to paper in a furious burst. See how the dark ink contrasts with the pale paper, creating a textured surface that feels both intimate and immediate. It is as if the words are leaping off the page. I can almost feel the weight of the pen in Sluijterman’s hand. What was he thinking as he wrote these words? Was he frustrated, inspired, or simply trying to capture a fleeting thought? I love how the artist doesn’t fuss, letting the words flow freely across the page. The slight variations in pressure and speed give the handwriting a unique rhythm and cadence. It reminds me a bit of Cy Twombly's scribbled paintings, where the act of writing becomes a form of abstract expression. Each stroke communicates feeling, intention, and meaning. Artists are always talking to each other, across time and space. I find the conversation so inspiring!