Brief aan Philip Zilcken before 1929

This handwritten letter, dated January 27, 1929, was written by Marianne von der Launitz to Philip Zilcken, a collector of art and furniture. The letter, written in French, is about the artist's impressions of Venice and the charm that drew her to the city, especially its furniture. The letter serves as an example of the type of correspondence that was common in the art world during the early 20th century. The simple, handwritten text, which appears to be a personal letter, allows us to glimpse the direct communication of the artist in a personal context.