Studieblad met hoofden en hondenkoppen 1867 - 1923

George Hendrik Breitner created this sketch, featuring studies of heads and dogs, with graphite on paper. Breitner was known for his involvement with the Amsterdam Impressionism movement. The artist's primary concern was capturing everyday life in the city. Made in the Netherlands, this sketch reflects a broader cultural interest in realism and the gritty details of urban existence during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During this time there was a growing awareness of social issues and the lives of ordinary people. The sketch has a sense of immediacy, as though capturing fleeting moments from daily life. This unrefined quality suggests a focus on the here and now rather than idealised beauty, or the historical narrative promoted by the art establishment. To fully appreciate Breitner's work, one can delve into period newspapers, photographs, and literature, offering a deeper understanding of the cultural context that shaped his art.