Figuren voor een gebouw c. 1889 - 1904

"Figuren voor een gebouw" (Figures for a Building), c. 1889-1904, is a charcoal sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner (1857-1923) housed in the Rijksmuseum. The sketch, characterized by its loose and gestural lines, likely served as a preliminary study for a larger work. Breitner's fascination with the urban landscape of Amsterdam is evident in this work, as he captures the fleeting moments of city life through quick, expressive strokes. The sketch's spontaneity provides a glimpse into Breitner's artistic process and his ability to translate the dynamism of his surroundings into a vibrant, evocative work.