Admirable
Herr von Seneskall ! [footnote: poking fun at pronunciation of
his Hungarian name but also his connection with the great medieval
houses in Hungary]
Most Admirable
Fellow,
Kindly
pluck out a few quills from yourself and stick them into us. We
have tried to do without them. But indeed we must soon test your
masterly skill which in this respect we recognize in the highest
degree, and request you to disclose to us the secrets of your
proficiency - At the moment we have no quills, and yet we need
them. Hence we beg you not to take it too much amiss if we must
trouble you with this request. Soon, however, I will bring along
some quills with me and with them you can make up your supply
- Heaven take you under its protection.
Beethoven