Brief aan August Allebé Possibly 1911

"Brief aan August Allebé" is a handwritten letter dated November 16, 1911, by Dutch painter Frans Coenen. The letter is addressed to the artist August Allebé, and it discusses the arrangement of paintings in the Willett-Holthuizen museum in Amsterdam. Coenen, known for his landscapes and still lifes, expresses his concern over the placement of certain works and offers his opinion on how they might be displayed more effectively. This letter provides insight into the artistic conversations and curatorial practices of the early 20th century.