Brief aan August Allebé Possibly 1881

This handwritten letter, dated possibly 1881, is by the Dutch artist Frans Stracké (1829-1898). Titled "Brief aan August Allebé," the letter addressed to August Allebé, a Dutch painter, discusses Stracké's recent trip to Paris where he made purchases of various artworks, including sculptures and paintings. The letter provides insights into the art market of the time and Stracké's artistic interests. This letter, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Stracké's personal voice and artistic vision, serving as a historical document and a window into the world of art in the late 19th century.