Brief aan Philip Zilcken Possibly 1901 - 1909

"Brief aan Philip Zilcken" is a handwritten letter written by Dutch artist Jan van Oort, dated September 1901. It is a personal letter, likely written to art collector Philip Zilcken, discussing the creation of illustrations and the artist's busy schedule. Van Oort was a prolific artist who specialized in landscapes, cityscapes, and genre scenes. This letter provides insight into the working relationship between an artist and a collector during the early 20th century. The letter’s content reflects the dedication and meticulous approach that Van Oort applied to his artwork.