Studie, mogelijk een stadsgezicht 1881 - 1883

This charcoal sketch, “Studie, mogelijk een stadsgezicht,” by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, is a preliminary study for a larger cityscape painting. Dated 1881-1883, the drawing captures the energy and movement of a city scene, likely Amsterdam, through a series of loose, gestural strokes. Breitner is known for his depictions of urban life in the late 19th century, using bold lines and expressive brushwork to convey the dynamism of the modern city. The sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides insight into Breitner's artistic process and his ability to capture the essence of a scene with minimal detail.