Vrouw met hoed 1893

This is a sketch by George Hendrik Breitner titled "Vrouw met hoed" or "Woman with a Hat." Notice how the composition is immediately striking in its simplicity and the use of line. The sketch captures a figure, presumably a woman, with swift, economical strokes. The artist's hand moves deftly, suggesting form and presence with a minimum of means. The hat, indicated by a few bold lines, anchors the composition, drawing the viewer's eye. The use of line is particularly interesting here, creating a sense of volume and depth despite the sketch's overall flatness. The negative space around the figure is equally important, allowing the form to breathe and assert itself against the lined background. This work can be seen as an exercise in capturing the essence of a subject. The artist isn't concerned with detail but rather with the underlying structure and energy of the figure. In this way, the drawing offers a glimpse into the artist's process, revealing his focus on form and composition as fundamental elements of representation.