Russian painter (1844–1930) of the Peredvizhniki artistic school, known for his realistic, psychologically intense works. Rare ALS in Russian, one page, lightly-lined, 8.75 x 11, no date. Untranslated letter to a friend regarding his having heard works of Beethoven, his daughter Ver, and his works recently on display, including ‘Golgotha’ and a nude. Reverse bears a letter in an unknown hand. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, overall toning, a few tape-repaired edge tears, and a couple pencil notations. RR Auction COA.
