Brochure uit archief Philip Zilcken 1894 - 1895

This brochure from the Théâtre de l'Œuvre in Paris, dating from 1894-1895, presents a study in typographic arrangement, organized with a clear hierarchy of textual elements. The seal of L’Oeuvre, circular in form, depicts a figure and wheel, immediately drawing the eye with its graphic weight and textural contrast against the clean, linear font. The arrangement of text is not merely functional, but also creates a subtle aesthetic rhythm. The alignment and spacing between words are structured and formalist. This recalls the theatre's association with symbolism. Semiotically, the poster directs us not only to the performances but also to the broader cultural codes of the era. The document uses a limited range of visual elements, such as the typeface, layout, and seal, to engage with the aesthetic and intellectual currents of its time. The brochure is a site of signs and symbols, inviting us to consider the deeper philosophical and artistic concerns circulating in late 19th-century Paris.