Reference code
LEI/44/38
Title
Frederic Leighton, 2 Holland Park Road, Kensington, to Church
Date
18 May 1891
Level
Item
Extent & medium
2 pieces
Content Description
He finds it interesting that the one preparation he uses entirely for the underpainting of his work is that so completely condemned by Church. He asks whether there is any harm in using rectified petroleum as a vehicle. He had no intention to use Ludwig's "fancy colours".
Language/Script
Dictated.