Twee figuurstudies c. 1882

"Twee figuurstudies" (Two Figure Studies) is a charcoal sketch on paper by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created around 1882. This work is housed in the Rijksmuseum and showcases Breitner’s early style, characterized by gestural lines and dynamic compositions. The sketch captures the essence of movement and form, a characteristic that would become a hallmark of his later, more accomplished paintings. Breitner is known for his urban landscapes and depictions of everyday life in Amsterdam, and this study offers a glimpse into his artistic development.