Brief aan Wilhelm Carl Albert Weckherlin Possibly 1861 - 1868

This handwritten letter, possibly written between 1861 and 1868 by Dutch artist Petrus van Schendel, is addressed to Wilhelm Carl Albert Weckherlin. The letter, written in Dutch, discusses the potential for a congress on art, mentioning the need for more resources and the desire for international collaboration. The letter is a fascinating glimpse into the artistic community of the 19th century and the challenges artists faced in promoting their work. Van Schendel, a prominent figure in the Dutch art world, was known for his landscapes and genre paintings, but his correspondence reveals a deep interest in the wider art world and its politics.