Wintergezicht over de Amstel in Amsterdam c. 1890 - 1910

"Wintergezicht over de Amstel in Amsterdam" is a black and white photograph by George Hendrik Breitner, a Dutch artist known for his evocative depictions of urban landscapes. This photograph, captured sometime between 1890 and 1910, showcases a snowy scene in Amsterdam, capturing the quiet beauty of the city's canals and waterways. The composition features a small wooden bridge leading across a frozen canal, with bare trees framing the scene and a glimpse of buildings in the background. Breitner's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of tranquility and atmosphere, perfectly capturing the essence of a winter day in Amsterdam.