Zittende figuren 1881 - 1883

"Zittende figuren" is a quick sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1881 and 1883. The composition, executed in pencil on paper, depicts three figures seated around a table. While the details are minimal, the sketch conveys a sense of everyday life and the artist's characteristic interest in capturing fleeting moments. The work, now in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates Breitner's skill in capturing the human form through loose, gestural lines. Breitner, known for his paintings of urban life in Amsterdam, frequently employed quick sketches as a means of recording his observations. This artwork is a valuable glimpse into the artist's process and his ability to find beauty in the ordinary.