Studie, mogelijk van een paard 1884 - 1886

George Hendrik Breitner sketched this possible study of a horse using graphite, at an unknown date. Breitner was known for his depictions of working-class life and the urban environment in Amsterdam during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this study, Breitner may have captured the essence of labor and the relationship between humans and animals in the industrialized world. His involvement with the Maatschappij tot Bevordering van de Grafische Kunsten underscores his commitment to artistic expression. This sketch allows us to reflect on the labor of working-class individuals, the role of animals, and the ever-changing urban landscape that defined Breitner's Amsterdam. It encapsulates both the physical and emotional weight of the city during an era of immense social and economic change.