Gezicht in Amsterdam met wolkenlucht by George Hendrik Breitner

Gezicht in Amsterdam met wolkenlucht c. 1885 - 1898

pen sketch

hand drawn type

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

initial sketch

"Gezicht in Amsterdam met wolkenlucht" is a pencil sketch on paper by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1885 and 1898 and housed in the Rijksmuseum. The work captures a fleeting impression of the city, employing loose, gestural lines to depict the architecture and sky. Breitner, known for his urban landscapes and innovative use of light, experimented with capturing the dynamism of modern life, making this sketch a notable example of his artistic development.