Figuurstudies 1884 - 1886

"Figuurstudies" is a study in pencil on paper by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner. The sketch was created sometime between 1884 and 1886 and is housed in the Rijksmuseum. Breitner was known for his realistic depictions of daily life and this sketch may be a preliminary study for a more finished work. While the details are minimal, the viewer can still glean a sense of energy and movement from Breitner's use of line. This work is a glimpse into the creative process of the artist.