Muntplein en de Amstel te Amsterdam, gezien vanuit de Bodega c. 1903

This pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created around 1903, depicts the Muntplein square and the Amstel River in Amsterdam. The quick, gestural lines capture the essence of the scene, focusing on the buildings and the water. Breitner, known for his depictions of Amsterdam life, often used sketches like this to capture fleeting moments and create studies for larger works. This particular sketch shows a keen eye for detail in the architecture, capturing the intricate facade of buildings. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.