Brief aan Philip Zilcken 1870 - 1918

This is a letter, penned by Martinus Kramer, likely dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century. The letter’s contents and tone offer a glimpse into the art world of the Netherlands and the financial transactions involved. The document lists several locations, each associated with a price in francs, alongside the title “Le rebul. Hollande Pittongue”. The mention of specific places like Rotterdam and The Hague, along with monetary values, underscores the economic aspects of artistic exchange. It invites us to think about the social conditions that shape artistic production. Was Kramer corresponding with a patron, a dealer, or perhaps another artist? Further research into the Dutch art market, and financial records of the period would help us understand the relationship between artist, subject, and patron. Such investigations bring us closer to understanding the social and institutional contexts that shaped Kramer’s work.