Twee aangespannen paarden 1912 - 1919

George Hendrik Breitner made this sketch of two harnessed horses, perhaps on paper with charcoal. Look how the marks on the paper dance, the charcoal almost vibrating with energy; it feels like the artist captured the raw energy of the horses in just a few strokes. I can imagine Breitner standing there, maybe in a bustling street, quickly trying to capture the scene before it disappeared. The texture of the charcoal gives the image a sense of immediacy, like a fleeting moment snatched from the rush of daily life. These simple gestures show so much intention and meaning. It’s like he's saying, "Here, look at this!" This sketch really reminds me of other artists who are obsessed with everyday life, like Degas and his dancers or Toulouse-Lautrec and his cabaret scenes. Artists have always been in conversation with each other, responding to and building upon ideas. It's a beautiful reminder that art isn't just about perfect representation; it's about feeling, gesture, and trying to seize a moment in time.