Figuren 1893

"Figuren" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dated 1893. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum, and depicts a group of figures in a seemingly casual setting. The style of the sketch is characteristic of Breitner's quick, gestural approach to capturing everyday scenes. The artist's use of line and shading suggests movement and energy, conveying a sense of immediacy in his observation. The subject matter, seemingly ordinary individuals in an informal arrangement, reflects Breitner's interest in portraying the realities of everyday life.