Studie, mogelijk van een been 1881 - 1883

"Studie, mogelijk van een been" is a pencil sketch by the Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, dating from 1881-1883. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a simple yet powerful study of a single leg, possibly intended for a larger composition. Breitner, known for his urban scenes and atmospheric depictions, used a loose and expressive style in this preliminary work, capturing the essence of the form with a few swift strokes. The study highlights Breitner's meticulous observation and skilled use of line, characteristic of his artistic practice.