Studieblad met figuren, een vogel en een ornament c. 1873s

This study sheet by George Hendrik Breitner features a collection of sketches, showcasing his artistic process. Executed in pencil, the sheet features various figures, including a bird and an ornament. The loose and gestural lines suggest a rapid execution, capturing fleeting moments of observation. Breitner, a renowned Dutch painter, used these sketches to explore composition, form, and light. This sheet, created around 1873, offers a glimpse into the artist's creative mind and his meticulous approach to drawing.