Brief aan Philip Zilcken 1868 - 1928

"Brief aan Philip Zilcken" (1868-1928) is a handwritten letter by the renowned Dutch symbolist painter Jan Toorop (1858-1928). This letter, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable insight into Toorop's artistic practice and personal life. It reveals his thoughts on art, references to specific works such as "De Drie Bfluiden" and "Fatalisme," and his desire to create impactful art. The letter also highlights Toorop's passion for his work, a passion he poured into paintings characterized by their symbolic and evocative nature.