Brief aan de commissie van de Tentoonstelling van Levende Meesters in Utrecht 1848

This is a handwritten letter from the Dutch artist Nicolaas Barnouw (1809-1873), addressed to the "Commissie van beheer voor de Tentoonstelling van levende meesters" in Utrecht. The letter, dated July 1848, concerns a painting by Barnouw titled "Badensch Caushchap", which he states he will deliver. This letter gives insight into the art world of 19th-century Netherlands and the process by which artists would submit their works to exhibitions. Barnouw was a known Dutch painter, particularly for his genre scenes and portraits. This letter is an example of his correspondence and offers a glimpse into his artistic practice.