Brief aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1896

This handwritten letter, *Brief aan Philip Zilcken* (possibly dated 1896), was written by Dutch artist Herman Johannes van der Weele (1852-1930). Though the content of the letter remains unknown, its elegant cursive script and formal tone offer insight into the artist's personal correspondence. The letter showcases a glimpse into the private life of van der Weele, a prominent figure in Dutch art who contributed to the development of realism and landscape painting.