Brief aan Cornelis Gerardus 't Hooft by Jan Veth

Brief aan Cornelis Gerardus 't Hooft Possibly 1907

hand-lettering

ink paper printed

old engraving style

hand drawn type

hand lettering

personal sketchbook

hand-drawn typeface

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

"Brief aan Cornelis Gerardus 't Hooft" is a handwritten letter by Dutch artist Jan Veth, dated possibly 1907. The letter contains a list of ships and their sizes in various formats. This document sheds light on Veth's interest in maritime history and his meticulous documentation of ships and their details. Veth was a prominent Dutch painter and printmaker known for his landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits. This piece is a testament to his keen observation and passion for history.