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[[preprinted]] SYNDICAT LINOSIER LONG ISLAND CITY New York CABLES: DEVAERE-NEW YORK MAIL: P. O. B. 141 [[/preprinted]] January 18 th. 1947 JACQUES SELIGMANN & Co. 5 East 57 th. Street NEW YORK CITY ------------- Gentlemen, I have been entrusted by one of my countrymen to dispose of a painting, a masterpiece of Modern Flemish School. The work in question is " BENEDICITE " ' The Blessing ) by ANTO CARTE This painting is far from unknown in this country having been exhibited in leadibg Museums from 1937 till 1939 and is still in the frame donated gratefully by one of these Museums. The Canvas mesures 5' x 7' and is said to be Anto Carte's masterpiece by admission from authorities and experts. Curators here in this country classify same as a " painter's painting " If you have the facilities and interest in helping in its sale I would appreciate having your comments and suggestions ( written in duplicate ) and after transmission and study an appointment can be arranged to discuss and execute details of actual disposal. Meanwhile, I remain, Gentlemen, truly yours, [[signed]] FdeVaere [[/signed]] Fernand de VAERE