drawing, paper, ink, pen
drawing
paper
ink
pen
calligraphy
Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain
This is a letter addressed to Frans Buffa en Zonen, written in pen and ink by Hendrik Albert van Trigt. This letter provides a glimpse into the world of art dealing in the Netherlands during the late 19th century. The Buffa firm were prominent art dealers in Amsterdam, playing a key role in shaping artistic tastes and markets. Van Trigt's letter, though its specific contents remain to be deciphered, hints at the network of relationships and transactions that underpinned the art world. Letters like this are essential resources for historians, revealing the social and economic context in which art was produced and circulated. By examining correspondence, financial records, and exhibition catalogs, we can gain a deeper understanding of the institutions and individuals that shaped artistic careers and determined the value and meaning of art.
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