Visitekaartje aan Jan Veth 1874 - 1925

This handwritten note, a *Visitekaartje* (visiting card), is a personal message from Wilhelm von Bode, a prominent German art historian, to Jan Veth. Dated between 1874 and 1925, the note expresses Bode's gratitude to Veth, likely for his support in Bode's career. The letter's formality and personal tone, combined with the mention of "dankbaren Modelle," suggests a respectful, potentially mentor-student relationship between the two men. This note provides a glimpse into the personal interactions between figures in the art world, adding a human touch to their legacy.