Schuiten 1882

"Schuiten" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created in 1882. This quick, gestural drawing is a study for a larger work, capturing the essence of the "Schuiten", or "boats," in a series of angled lines and hatches. The use of a simple medium and rapid strokes convey the dynamism of the subject, while the loose composition suggests the artist's focus on capturing the essence of the scene rather than meticulous detail. This study is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and provides a fascinating glimpse into Breitner’s creative process.