Studieblad met soldaten 1873

"Studie blad met soldaten," a pencil drawing by George Hendrik Breitner created in 1873, is a dynamic study of soldiers in various poses. The composition is divided into four distinct scenes, capturing the artist's keen observation of military life. From a soldier firing a rifle in the upper left corner to a group of soldiers engaged in a dramatic struggle in the bottom, Breitner's quick sketches showcase the energy and chaos of battle. This study, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artist's mastery of capturing movement and detail through his meticulous and expressive lines.