Annotaties c. 1900 - 1901

This is a page from the sketchbook of the Dutch painter, George Hendrik Breitner (1857-1923), titled *Annotaties*, c. 1900-1901, which is currently held in the Rijksmuseum. The sketch book provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process as it contains his personal notes, preliminary sketches and drafts, as well as potential ideas and inspirations. This page, in particular, documents Breitner's thoughts about the city of Amsterdam, with references to various landmarks, places, and people that he is considering for his future artworks. Breitner is known for his detailed, realistic paintings of Amsterdam's urban life in the early 20th century, and this sketchbook page reveals his meticulous approach to composition and artistic vision.