Zittende mannen, mogelijk op een kade 1896

"Zittende mannen, mogelijk op een kade" is a sketch by George Hendrik Breitner, a prominent Dutch painter known for his depictions of Amsterdam city life. Dated 1896, this pencil drawing, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a quick study of figures potentially seated on a quayside, capturing the artist's fleeting observation. Breitner's dynamic lines and gestural marks convey a sense of movement and immediacy, characteristic of his style. This sketch exemplifies his interest in capturing the essence of daily life in his hometown.