Lachende jongen en een gezicht in Amsterdam 1888

"Lachende jongen en een gezicht in Amsterdam" is a pencil sketch by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, dated 1888. The artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum. The sketch depicts a young boy looking down towards his right, with an abstract depiction of the Amsterdam canals below. The composition, executed in a loose, gestural style, suggests a quick and informal study made by the artist on location. The sketch provides a glimpse into Breitner's observational skills and his fascination with the everyday life of Amsterdam.