Man en vrouw op de hoek van de Dam en de Kalverstraat te Amsterdam 1893

This charcoal sketch, "Man en vrouw op de hoek van de Dam en de Kalverstraat te Amsterdam," by George Hendrik Breitner depicts a couple standing at a busy intersection in Amsterdam. Created in 1893, the drawing exemplifies Breitner's mastery of capturing the dynamism and energy of urban life. The artist's gestural strokes, reminiscent of Impressionism, convey movement and a sense of immediacy, highlighting the fleeting nature of the scene. This sketch is a valuable glimpse into Breitner's creative process and his ability to capture the essence of everyday life in Amsterdam.