Brief aan Henricus Joannes van Ogtrop Possibly 1909 - 1912

This handwritten letter, "Brief aan Henricus Joannes van Ogtrop", was written by the Dutch architect Karel Petrus Cornelis de Bazel between 1909 and 1912. The letter discusses the financial aspects of an architectural project, referencing the "opdracht" or commission. De Bazel mentions the architect's "aspiratie", highlighting the importance of ambition in his professional life, and alludes to the "realiteit" or the reality of financial constraints when fulfilling a commission. The letter gives insight into the working process of an architect in the early 20th century.