Cavaleristen 1881 - 1883

"Cavaleristen" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dated 1881-1883, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The drawing appears to be a preliminary study for a larger work, featuring a dynamic composition of gestural lines that hint at the movement of figures, possibly horsemen. Breitner, known for his depictions of urban life in Amsterdam, was experimenting with capturing the energy of everyday scenes in his work. This quick sketch exemplifies his stylistic interest in capturing motion and atmosphere through loose, expressive lines.