Liggende kat c. 1894

This simple yet expressive charcoal sketch titled "Liggende kat" (Lying Cat) by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, dated circa 1894, is a testament to Breitner's mastery of capturing the essence of his subjects with minimal strokes. The sketch, likely a preliminary study, exhibits the artist's keen observation and spontaneous approach to capturing the form of a cat, focusing on its outline and the interplay of light and shadow. It is housed at the Rijksmuseum, where visitors can appreciate the artist's expressive and dynamic style.