Gezicht op het Damrak te Amsterdam ter hoogte van nummer 28-30 c. 1900 - 1901

This pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, titled "Gezicht op het Damrak te Amsterdam ter hoogte van nummer 28-30" (View of the Damrak in Amsterdam at Number 28-30), is a quick, impressionistic capture of a scene in Amsterdam. Created between 1900 and 1901, the artwork utilizes loose, gestural lines to depict the characteristic gabled rooftops of the city, with a strong sense of depth and perspective. Breitner was known for his urban landscapes and often used rapid sketches like this to capture the fleeting essence of city life. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artist's approach to capturing the urban environment and its dynamic atmosphere.