Brief aan Ary Johannes Lamme Possibly 1861

This handwritten letter, dated possibly 1861, was written by Dutch Romantic painter Jan Adam Kruseman (1804-1862) to Ary Johannes Lamme. The letter, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Kruseman's formal and respectful tone in correspondence. The content of the letter, which concerns the artist's contributions to an album, speaks to his meticulous approach and keen interest in artistic collaboration. The letter reflects Kruseman's professional life as a prominent painter, particularly his engagement with the artistic community of his time.