The Rokin, Amsterdam 1897
georgehendrikbreitner
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abandoned
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street view
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charcoal drawing
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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derelict
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underpainting
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painting painterly
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watercolor
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deserted
"The Rokin, Amsterdam" is an oil-on-canvas painting by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, painted in 1897. The painting depicts a view of the Rokin canal in Amsterdam, a popular subject for Breitner, who was known for his depictions of the city's urban landscapes and everyday life. The work is characterized by its loose and expressive brushstrokes, capturing the movement and light of the scene. The painting is now in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a testament to the artist's importance in Dutch art history.
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