Aangemeerde schepen c. 1900 - 1901

"Aangemeerde schepen" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, created around 1900-1901. The drawing, held in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene of moored ships, likely in Amsterdam, a subject Breitner often explored. The sketch's quick, gestural lines capture the essence of the scene with an emphasis on the vertical forms of the ships' masts and the surrounding structures. This work, a characteristic example of Breitner's style, demonstrates his mastery of capturing the dynamic energy of everyday urban life through his evocative use of line.