Studies van paarden 1884 - 1886

"Studies van paarden" (Studies of Horses) is a collection of sketches by George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1884 and 1886. Housed in the Rijksmuseum, these preliminary sketches showcase the artist’s keen eye for capturing movement and form in horses. The loose and expressive lines of the graphite drawing demonstrate Breitner’s exploration of the animal’s anatomy and grace. This work serves as a testament to Breitner’s artistic process, offering a glimpse into the artist's development of his renowned horse paintings.