Brief aan Jan Veth Possibly 1889

This handwritten letter, possibly dated 1889, was written by Jacob Nicolaas van Hall (1840-1918). It appears to be an official correspondence as it addresses an individual with the title "Heer" and is signed "De Geïds" (The Director). The letter provides insight into the daily practices of a 19th-century Dutch director, as it concerns official business and administration. This type of artwork is known as an autograph, an original piece of handwriting by a notable person, and can provide insight into the history of the individual's life and works.