Schetsboek met 35 bladen 1884 - 1886

This sketchbook by George Hendrik Breitner, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process. Dating back to 1884-1886, the sketchbook is notable for its simple, unadorned cover, featuring a canvas surface with subtle brown and red stains. These marks, likely the result of paint or other artistic materials, add a layer of intrigue and history to the piece, showcasing the artist's working methods and the tangible evidence of his artistic journey.