Boerderij in een landschap 1884 - 1886

"Boerderij in een landschap" is a pencil sketch by George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1884 and 1886. The sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a simple composition of a farmhouse nestled in a landscape, characterized by Breitner's signature use of rapid, expressive lines. This preliminary study reveals Breitner's artistic process and his focus on capturing the essence of the Dutch countryside, foreshadowing his later, more detailed landscapes. The sketch provides insight into the Dutch painter’s artistic journey, demonstrating his penchant for capturing the essence of Dutch landscapes through quick and gestural drawings.