Brief aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1897

This handwritten letter by French art critic Arsène Alexandre, dated possibly 1897, is addressed to Philip Zilcken, a Dutch art collector and publisher. The letter, written in French, discusses a forthcoming publication and expresses Alexandre’s hope that it will be well-received. The letter is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam. This work is an example of Ephemera, a type of collectible object or printed material that was originally intended for everyday use, but has now become a historical document. It is a valuable insight into the world of art and publishing during the late 19th century.