Brief aan Frans Buffa en Zonen Possibly 1876

This handwritten letter, "Brief aan Frans Buffa en Zonen," was written by German artist William Unger, possibly in 1876. The letter, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates Unger’s correspondence style. The handwriting reveals a formal tone, indicative of the period’s artistic practices. The letter likely pertains to a commission or artistic collaboration with the recipients, Frans Buffa en Zonen, likely prominent figures within the art world of the time. This brief note offers a glimpse into Unger’s working methods and the communication practices of the late 19th century.