The Corner of the Herengracht and the Gasthuismolensteeg 1890 - 1900
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"The Corner of the Herengracht and the Gasthuismolensteeg" is a black and white photograph by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dating from between 1890 and 1900. The photograph, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures a bustling street scene in Amsterdam. The composition features a narrow street lined with traditional brick buildings, showcasing the city's architecture at the turn of the century. The photograph captures the everyday life of Amsterdam, showcasing the city's bustling atmosphere with a focus on the people and the urban environment. This photo is a poignant example of Breitner's mastery of capturing everyday scenes with a keen eye for detail.
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The painter and amateur photographer Breitner walked many miles in Amsterdam with his camera, sketchbook or paint box at hand. The absence of a central subject and abrupt cropping of his photographs deviated entirely from the norms of painting. Regardless of this, Breitner’s shots often served as inspiration for his paintings. The negatives and prints were discovered only forty years after his death.
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