Studieblad, onder andere met een hoofd en katten 1872 - 1879

George Hendrik Breitner created this sketchbook page with pencil, featuring studies of a head and cats. Breitner worked in Amsterdam during a period of rapid urbanization and social change. Often associated with the Dutch Impressionist movement, he captured the everyday life of the city, and was known for his melancholic and realist approach. This study offers a glimpse into Breitner's process. It reflects his interest in capturing fleeting moments and the subtleties of light and form. These sketches are imbued with intimacy, and give a sense of his personal connection to his subjects. Breitner’s art challenges traditional representations of beauty by focusing on the mundane. His art invites viewers to find beauty in simplicity, and to recognize the value of everyday life, encouraging empathy and connection.