Brief aan Etha Fles Possibly 1895 - 1898

"Brief aan Etha Fles" (Letter to Etha Fles), a blank sheet of paper created by Jan Veth in the late 19th century, is a unique example of the artist’s interest in the act of communication and the power of written words. The piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, likely represents a letter intended for Etha Fles, though its content remains unknown. This work highlights Veth’s foray into the world of conceptual art, pushing the boundaries of traditional painting.