Ontwerp voor een affiche voor Arti et Amicitiae 1876 - 1924

Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof created this poster design for Arti et Amicitiae, likely near the turn of the 20th century, using graphite. The design refers to the Amsterdam-based artist society, 'Arti et Amicitiae'. The image provides insights into the cultural institutions of the Netherlands at the time. Artist societies like Arti played a crucial role in shaping the art world, providing exhibition spaces, fostering artistic exchange, and setting standards for artistic quality. Dijsselhof's design reflects the Art Nouveau movement, with its emphasis on decorative patterns and stylized forms. The poster's design, with its intricate details, signals the society's commitment to artistic excellence. Understanding Arti et Amicitiae, its members, its exhibition history, and its relationship to other artistic movements can shed light on Dijsselhof's artistic choices. This requires looking into archival materials, exhibition catalogs, and publications from the period. The meaning of this design is contingent on the social and institutional context in which it was created and used.