Studie 1880 - 1882

This quick sketch, titled "Studie," was created by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner between 1880 and 1882. Executed in pencil, it showcases Breitner’s characteristic style of capturing the essence of a scene through loose, gestural lines. While the subject of the sketch is unclear, its spontaneous nature reveals Breitner's artistic process and his exploration of composition and form. The sketch is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, offering a glimpse into the creative mind of one of the leading figures of Dutch realism.