Studies, mogelijk architectuurstudies c. 1903

This preliminary study by George Hendrik Breitner, dated around 1903, showcases the artist’s exploration of architectural forms. Executed in pencil, the sketch features loose, gestural lines that capture the essence of a building’s structure. The composition centers on a vertical element, likely a pillar or a wall, with other lines suggesting surrounding structures. The study demonstrates Breitner's interest in capturing the essence of architecture in a simplified and expressive manner, a characteristic often seen in his later works. This drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the creative process of a leading figure of Dutch Impressionism.