Important German history painter and president of the Berlin Academy (1820–1900). Boldly-penned ALS in German, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, January 27, 1883. Untranslated letter to S. P. Avery of New York, who purchased Becker’s ‘The Venetian Girl’ and ‘Gratulantin’ paintings. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.