Studie c. 1895 - 1898

This study by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1895 and 1898, is a fascinating glimpse into the artist's process. The pencil sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows the back of a page filled with scribbles and sketches, suggesting an artist grappling with composition and ideas. Breitner, known for his Impressionistic cityscapes and capturing the dynamism of modern life, often utilized sketches to develop his final paintings. This study exemplifies the importance of preliminary drawings in his artistic practice.