Studie, mogelijk een figuurstudie c. 1893s - 1903s

This charcoal sketch, "Studie, mogelijk een figuurstudie," (Study, possibly a figure study) by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, is a quick, gestural study likely made between the late 1890s and early 1900s. The work, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Breitner's mastery of capturing fleeting moments and conveying movement through minimal lines and strokes. The subject, potentially a seated figure, is rendered with an emphasis on the silhouette and form, reflecting the artist's exploration of human anatomy and posture. This study exemplifies Breitner's unique style, characterized by loose brushwork and a focus on capturing the essence of his subject.