Brief aan Etha Fles Possibly 1889

"Brief aan Etha Fles" is a handwritten letter by Dutch painter Jan Veth, dating back to possibly 1889. Located in the Rijksmuseum, the letter is an intimate glimpse into Veth's personal life and artistic practice. The content of the letter is likely about a portrait he painted, possibly of Etha Fles, and reveals his anxieties about the work's success. The handwritten script offers insight into his personality and artistic process, capturing a moment in his career.