Sint-Bavokerk te Haarlem, gezien vanuit de Jansstraat 1886 - 1908

This pencil sketch, "Sint-Bavokerk te Haarlem, gezien vanuit de Jansstraat," is part of a sketchbook by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dating from 1886 to 1908. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the Sint-Bavokerk, a prominent church in Haarlem, seen from the Jansstraat. Breitner was known for his urban landscapes, and his sketches capture the details of everyday life in the Dutch city. The quick strokes of pencil demonstrate his ability to capture the essence of his subject with minimal lines. This sketchbook, filled with numerous drawings, offers a glimpse into Breitner’s creative process and his unique style of observation.