Brief aan Anthonius Wilhelm Cornelis Berns Possibly 1889

"Brief aan Anthonius Wilhelm Cornelis Berns" is a handwritten letter from the Rijksakademie van Beeldende Kunsten, dated December 28, 1889. This letter is a fascinating glimpse into the workings of the academy, detailing the awarding of prizes for the best work produced by students. The letter is written in Dutch and addresses the recipient as "Highly Esteemed Sir". While the specifics of the competition are not fully clear, the letter reveals the importance of artistic skill and the value placed on individual talent by the academy. This document is a part of the Rijksmuseum collection.