Vrouw achter een rijtuig c. 1895 - 1898

"Vrouw achter een rijtuig" (Woman Behind a Carriage) is a charcoal sketch by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1895 and 1898. This sketch is part of a larger collection of drawings Breitner made to capture the life and movement of people in the bustling streets of Amsterdam, where he lived. The sketch is a quick and gestural study, characterized by loose lines and a focus on capturing the fleeting moment. Though the details are minimal, Breitner's signature style is evident in his use of dark charcoal lines and his energetic depiction of the woman, her body slightly tilted forward, and the carriage, suggesting motion and a sense of immediacy. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, "Vrouw achter een rijtuig" provides a glimpse into the artist’s observational skills and his dedication to capturing the essence of urban life.