Gezicht op huizen 1881 - 1883

"Gezicht op huizen" (View of Houses), a pencil sketch created by George Hendrik Breitner between 1881 and 1883, showcases the artist's early explorations of urban landscapes. This preliminary study, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, reveals Breitner's keen eye for detail as he captures the structure and perspective of buildings, emphasizing the interplay of lines and shapes in his composition. The sketch's simplicity highlights the artist's focus on capturing the essence of his subject matter rather than creating a finished artwork. This work is a testament to the artist's artistic development and his later masterful renderings of Amsterdam's streetscapes.