Ploeg met het achterlijf van een paard 1884 - 1886

"Ploeg met het achterlijf van een paard" is a pencil sketch on paper by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1884 and 1886. The sketch depicts the rear end of a horse, likely a draft horse, with the lines suggesting its powerful build. This study, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Breitner's keen eye for detail and his interest in capturing the essence of movement. The rapid strokes of the pencil convey the energy of the animal, capturing its dynamic presence in a fleeting moment. The sketch exemplifies the artist's fascination with the everyday life of Amsterdam, where horses played a vital role in transportation and labor.