Architectuurstudies 1884 - 1886

"Architectuurstudies" (1884-1886) is a pencil sketch by George Hendrik Breitner, a Dutch painter known for his urban scenes and intimate portraits. This drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Breitner's preliminary explorations in architectural composition. The work is characterized by its gestural lines and loose, seemingly spontaneous strokes, capturing the essence of building forms in a fragmented yet expressive way. This sketch exemplifies Breitner's artistic process, revealing the artist's fascination with urban landscapes and his meticulous observation of structural details.