Staande figuur en een hoofd 1882

"Staande figuur en een hoofd" is a quick pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created in 1882. The artwork showcases a standing figure, with a large head, rendered in a dynamic and expressive style. The lines are fluid and gestural, capturing the essence of the subject with minimal detail. Breitner, known for his portrayal of Amsterdam's urban life, likely depicted a figure from his everyday surroundings in this intimate and spontaneous drawing. The artwork exemplifies his mastery of capturing movement and energy with a few strokes of the pencil. This small-scale drawing, measuring 196 mm in height and 116 mm in width, is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.