Schets van oude huizen 1867 - 1923

"Schets van oude huizen" (Sketch of Old Houses) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created sometime between 1867 and 1923. The sketch depicts the outlines of a few old houses, their shape is suggested in a series of swift lines, typical of the artist's style. This small drawing is now housed in the Rijksmuseum. Breitner was known for his urban landscapes and his use of light and shadow. This sketch, while incomplete, gives an insight into his artistic process.