Huizen in aanbouw bij de Jan Pieter Heijestraat 1899

This is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, depicting houses under construction near the Jan Pieter Heijestraat in Amsterdam. Created in 1899, the work showcases Breitner’s signature style of capturing the dynamic urban landscape of his time. His loose and expressive lines emphasize the movement and energy of the construction site, creating a sense of immediacy and capturing a fleeting moment in the city's development. The sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Breitner's keen observation and his ability to depict the essence of everyday life in Amsterdam.