Paard en wagen op de Dam in Amsterdam by George Hendrik Breitner

Paard en wagen op de Dam in Amsterdam c. 1886 - 1903

light pencil work

pen sketch

personal sketchbook

idea generation sketch

sketchwork

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

horse

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

initial sketch

This charcoal sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner (1857-1923) depicts a horse-drawn carriage on the Dam in Amsterdam. The sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a quick study, capturing the dynamic movement of the carriage and its surroundings. Breitner, known for his urban scenes, employed bold lines and expressive strokes to convey the energy of the city. This sketch offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and the everyday life of late 19th century Amsterdam.