Brief aan Frans Buffa en Zonen Possibly 1887

"Brief aan Frans Buffa en Zonen" is a handwritten letter by the Dutch painter Willem Roelofs, likely dated 1887. This letter, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artist's working practices and his relationships with art dealers. It reveals Roelofs's negotiation of the price for his drawings, suggesting his awareness of his artistic value and his business acumen. The letter is a valuable artifact for understanding the context of art production in 19th-century Netherlands, offering insight into the artist's world beyond his paintings.