Scharensliep aan het werk Possibly 1883 - 1885

"Scharensliep aan het werk" (1883-1885) is a charcoal drawing by the Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner. This drawing likely depicts a Scharensliep, a type of horse-drawn cart used for transporting goods, at work. The drawing is characterized by its loose, gestural style and strong contrasts of light and dark. The focus on the cart's wheel and structure emphasizes the artist's interest in capturing the dynamism of everyday life in the city. This drawing is currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.