Schoolkinderen in de Planciusstraat te Amsterdam c. 1903

"Schoolkinderen in de Planciusstraat te Amsterdam" is a pencil sketch on paper by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dating back to 1903. This informal drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the everyday life of Amsterdam, showcasing Breitner's signature style of capturing movement and light. The sketch depicts a group of children in a street scene, a common theme explored by Breitner throughout his career. As a quick study, this work offers insight into Breitner's creative process, demonstrating his ability to capture the essence of a scene with a few strokes of the pencil.