Brief aan Max Wilhelm Carl Weber en Anne Antoinette Weber-Van Bosse Possibly 1916

This is a letter, written by August Allebé in 1916, to Max Wilhelm Carl Weber and Anne Antoinette Weber-Van Bosse. Its material presence is so modest – just ink on paper. Yet, it offers a window into a world of care and correspondence. The elegant cursive script, executed with a fine nib, speaks to the author's education and social standing. Notice how the ink sits on the page, the subtle variations in line weight, and the occasional flourish. These details reveal the hand of the artist, the pressure exerted, the rhythm of the writing. This was not a mechanical process, but a deeply personal one. The letter's contents, though mundane, hint at a network of relationships and obligations. The mention of a "student" suggests a world of mentorship and artistic exchange. In its quiet way, this letter is a testament to the social fabric of artistic life, the importance of connection and communication in a world undergoing immense change.