Zelfportret van George Hendrik Breitner c. 1886 - 1903

This self-portrait by George Hendrik Breitner is a quick sketch made in charcoal and shows the artist in his studio. It was created sometime between 1886 and 1903. The loose lines and unfinished nature of the drawing suggest a spontaneous moment of self-reflection. The artist's signature, “Breitner”, can be seen at the bottom of the piece. This sketch, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides insight into the artist's working process and his artistic sensibilities.