Schetsblad met studies van een tuinman 1867 - 1923

George Hendrik Breitner made this sketch sheet with studies of a gardener using graphite on paper. Breitner lived and worked in Amsterdam in the late 19th and early 20th century, and his work often engaged with the lives of ordinary people, particularly those from the working class. This sketch gives us a glimpse into the artist's process, capturing the gestures and postures of working people. During this period, rapid industrialization led to a growing awareness of the social disparities and the difficult conditions faced by laborers. Breitner was associated with the Amsterdam Impressionism movement. To fully understand Breitner's work, it helps to explore archival resources like letters and exhibition reviews. By understanding the social context, and the history of exhibiting institutions, we gain a deeper understanding of how art reflects and comments on the world around it.