Rede bij de begrafenis van Isaac Gosschalk Possibly 1907 - 1914

This is a page from August Allebé's eulogy for Isaac Gosschalk, written in Amsterdam, in October 1901. Look at the slant of the handwriting, almost italic, and how the letters join each other to form long flowing lines. The hand moves quickly across the page, but in a controlled way. The ink varies in darkness, suggesting the pressure of the pen changes with the rhythm of the writing. It's interesting to see how the writing drifts down the page, slightly off-kilter. The marks on the paper reveal a deeply personal process, like a conversation with oneself. This reminds me of Cy Twombly's mark-making – the freedom of expression, the sense of gesture and movement. While Allebé's piece communicates a specific message, both artists explore the expressive potential of lines and forms. Art is about more than just the final product; it's about the journey of creation, the conversations between artists, and the endless possibilities of interpretation.