Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken before 1916

Here’s a ‘Briefkaart aan Philip Zilcken’ made in the Netherlands by F.M. Melchers. It is a postcard, a humble medium. Look at the various stamps and postal markings. They are like abstract shapes arranged on the page. The ink seems thin, watery almost, creating a sense of immediacy and intimacy. The writing has a casual, off-the-cuff quality. It’s not trying to be perfect. I like the way the ink pools in certain areas, creating darker, more intense moments amidst the lighter strokes. Notice how the looping ‘L’ in 'Lilcken' dances across the surface, full of energy. This reminds me of Cy Twombly's scrawled paintings. Both artists embrace imperfection, inviting chance and accident into their work. Both show us how art can be found in the everyday, transforming the mundane into something beautiful and meaningful. Ultimately, it's a reminder that art is an ongoing conversation, a constant exchange of ideas and influences across time.