Brief aan August Allebé 1851 - 1914

This is a letter to August Allebé by Ferdinand Leenhoff. In its intimacy, this correspondence offers us a glimpse into the social and artistic networks of 19th-century Europe. The letter, penned by Ferdinand Leenhoff, brother of Suzanne Leenhoff, who was Édouard Manet's wife, speaks to the interconnectedness of artistic and social circles. It hints at the complexities of these relationships, intertwined as they were with personal and professional interests. Leenhoff discusses the obligation of giving the address of Mr. Van Hore, for the young woman awaiting. There's a sense of duty and perhaps a touch of personal involvement in ensuring this connection. This note is a poignant reminder that behind the grand narratives of art history lie countless untold stories of individuals whose lives and relationships shaped the artistic landscape. In this letter, we can almost hear the echoes of their voices.