Nieuwbouw aan de Overtoom in Amsterdam c. 1890 - 1910

"Nieuwbouw aan de Overtoom in Amsterdam" is a black and white photograph by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, taken sometime between 1890 and 1910. The image depicts a large, newly constructed apartment building under construction in Amsterdam. Breitner is known for his realistic depictions of daily life in the city, and this photograph captures the dynamism of urban development. The building, with its many windows and balconies, stands prominently in the center of the composition, while a few figures walk across the foreground, adding a sense of scale and human presence. The image offers a glimpse into the evolving urban landscape of Amsterdam during the late 19th century, with the stark lines of the building and the empty spaces emphasizing a sense of transition and change. This image is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and showcases Breitner's mastery of the photographic medium.