Straat in Amsterdam, gezien door een poort 1886 - 1908

"Straat in Amsterdam, gezien door een poort" (Street in Amsterdam, Seen Through a Gate) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1886 and 1908. The sketch, now in the Rijksmuseum, captures a fleeting glimpse of Amsterdam’s urban landscape. The artist's use of bold lines and loose strokes suggest the dynamic energy of the city and the fleeting nature of perception. The drawing exemplifies Breitner’s fascination with capturing the essence of everyday life in Amsterdam, particularly the bustling city streets.