Figuurstudies en een stadsgezicht met een standbeeld c. 1873 - 1886

"Figuurstudies en een stadsgezicht met een standbeeld" is a sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created between 1873 and 1886. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a typical example of Breitner's early style, featuring quick, gestural lines and loose composition. The artist captures the essence of everyday life in Amsterdam through the use of sketches of figures, a city scene, and even a fleeting glimpse of a statue. The work's fragmented nature reflects the dynamic nature of urban life, with its numerous intersecting narratives. Breitner's fascination with the urban landscape and human movement is evident in this captivating sketch.