Paarden met geschut 1867 - 1923

"Paarden met geschut" (Horses with Artillery) is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dated between 1867 and 1923. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a quick sketch of a horse-drawn artillery piece, showcasing Breitner’s distinctive style of capturing fleeting moments with loose and energetic lines. The simplicity and immediacy of the sketch are characteristic of Breitner’s work, where he prioritized capturing the essence of his subject rather than meticulous detail. This drawing exemplifies his fascination with the dynamism of modern life, a theme he often explored through his depictions of the bustling streets of Amsterdam.