Gebouw c. 1883 - 1885

"Gebouw," a sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, is an example of the artist's quick and loose style. The artist, known for his dynamic depictions of city life in Amsterdam, used a light touch of pencil to capture a fleeting impression of a building. While the subject is not entirely clear, Breitner's gestural lines and use of negative space give a sense of movement and energy, suggesting his fascination with the changing cityscape. The sketch, dating from the 1880s, is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.