Gezicht op een straat met rijtuigen c. 1887 - 1897

"Gezicht op een straat met rijtuigen" is a sketch on paper by Willem Witsen, a Dutch artist known for his depiction of daily life. Created between 1887 and 1897, the work showcases a street scene with carriages, drawn in quick strokes and lines, suggestive of the artist's immediacy and the fleeting nature of the subject. The composition is characterized by the dynamic lines, capturing the movement of the horses and carriages, which, along with the use of a light touch, hints at the Impressionist influence in Witsen's art. The sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Witsen's creative process and his interest in capturing the everyday reality of life in the late 19th century.