Drie soldaten, van wie één op een dromedaris 1872 - 1879

"Drie soldaten, van wie één op een dromedaris" is a pencil sketch by the Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, dating between 1872 and 1879. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a simple scene of three soldiers, one riding a dromedary, in loose, gestural lines, highlighting the artist's interest in capturing the fleeting essence of his subjects. Breitner's sketch showcases his ability to convey movement and form with minimal detail, creating a sense of immediacy and realism. This is characteristic of Breitner's early work, which often explored the subjects of military life and urban scenes.