Figuren hangen lampions op 1897

"Figuren hangen lampions op" (People hang lanterns) is a sketch by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, dated 1897. The work depicts figures, likely workers, hanging lanterns from a building, possibly during a festival or celebration. This quick drawing showcases Breitner's talent for capturing a scene in a few strokes, characteristic of his Impressionist style. The sketch is a testament to Breitner's interest in everyday life and the dynamism of urban environments, a recurring theme in his oeuvre.