Pui van een winkel op de Nieuwendijk te Amsterdam c. 1894

This is a pencil sketch by George Hendrik Breitner, titled "Pui van een winkel op de Nieuwendijk te Amsterdam" (Facade of a shop on the Nieuwendijk in Amsterdam) and dating back to around 1894. Breitner, a Dutch painter known for his scenes of everyday life in Amsterdam, is showcasing his preliminary studies in this sketch. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum and provides a glimpse into his creative process. The sketchy lines and quick strokes highlight Breitner's interest in capturing the urban environment, focusing on the details of the shop facade and the surrounding street scene.