Artilleristen bij paarden 1884 - 1886

"Artilleristen bij paarden" is a sketch by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, completed between 1884 and 1886. The work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a group of artillerymen with their horses, captured in a loose and gestural style. This sketch, characteristic of Breitner's early work, showcases his interest in capturing the energy and movement of everyday life. The loose lines and expressive brushstrokes create a sense of immediacy and dynamism, highlighting the artist's fascination with urban life in Amsterdam.