Brief aan Frans Buffa en Zonen Possibly 1887

This handwritten letter, "Brief aan Frans Buffa en Zonen" (Letter to Frans Buffa and Sons), is a work by Dutch painter Willem Bastiaan Tholen. Dated possibly 1887, the letter provides insight into the artist's personal life and artistic practice. It reveals his direct, personal style of communication and the importance of maintaining a positive connection with his art patrons. The letter, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable document for understanding the Dutch artistic scene and the intricacies of the art market in the late 19th century.