Studie Possibly 1883 - 1885

This charcoal and pencil drawing, likely made between 1883 and 1885, is a study by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner. It is a preliminary sketch, characterized by loose lines and a sense of immediacy, and is likely a preparatory work for a larger painting. The subject matter of this study remains unclear, but the fragmented and suggestive nature of the lines points to an exploration of form and space, a common practice for artists of the time. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the significance of Breitner's work within Dutch art history.