Vechtende soldaten en een echtpaar met een hond 1873

This pencil sketch by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner depicts a scene of chaos and conflict. The drawing, created in 1873, features a group of soldiers engaged in a fierce battle, their figures rendered with loose lines and gestural strokes. The composition is divided into two sections, with the upper part showcasing a couple walking a dog, seemingly unaffected by the carnage taking place below. This juxtaposition of peaceful and violent imagery is characteristic of Breitner's artistic style, reflecting his interest in capturing the complexities of urban life. "Vechtende soldaten en een echtpaar met een hond" is a compelling glimpse into the artist's early explorations of social commentary and the human condition.