Gebouw met trapgevel 1880 - 1882

"Gebouw met trapgevel" (Building with a stepped gable), a pencil sketch on paper by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, is a simple yet evocative portrayal of an architectural detail. Created between 1880 and 1882, the drawing demonstrates Breitner's interest in capturing the urban landscape of Amsterdam. The loose lines and quick strokes suggest a rapid, almost impressionistic style, highlighting the artist's fascination with capturing the essence of a building rather than a detailed representation. The sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his artistic approach to everyday subjects.