Landschap c. 1886 - 1890

"Landschap" is a landscape drawing by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created around 1886-1890 and now housed in the Rijksmuseum. This preliminary sketch is a testament to Breitner's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of a scene with just a few strokes. The artist's characteristic loose and gestural style is evident in the way he uses charcoal to depict the landscape, suggesting the forms of the buildings and foliage rather than depicting them with precise detail. Breitner, known for his portrayal of Amsterdam life, often used sketches as a starting point for more finished paintings.