Brief aan Andries Bonger by Emile Bernard

Brief aan Andries Bonger before 1897

emilebernard

comic strip sketch

hand-lettering

hand drawn type

personal sketchbook

hand-drawn typeface

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

This letter, written by the artist Emile Bernard in 1897, reveals his personal and artistic struggles. It is addressed to Andries Bonger, a prominent art dealer who championed the work of Symbolist and Post-Impressionist artists. The letter highlights Bernard’s desire to connect with like-minded individuals and overcome the difficulties of being an artist in a rapidly changing artistic landscape. Its intimate tone showcases his dedication to artistic pursuits and the importance of his artistic community.