Brief aan Philip Zilcken 1896 - 1898

This handwritten letter, "Brief aan Philip Zilcken" (Letter to Philip Zilcken), was written by famed sculptor Auguste Rodin in 1896-1898. This piece of correspondence details the plans for a monument to the French poet Paul Verlaine. Rodin, a highly influential artist, refers to the monument as a "radiant figure" in the letter, suggesting the artistic vision he held for the project. The letter is housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the creative process of one of the most celebrated sculptors of the 19th century.