Soldaten en een dier, mogelijk een hond 1880 - 1882

This is a preliminary sketch, "Soldaten en een dier, mogelijk een hond", by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner. It was made sometime between 1880 and 1882 and is housed in the Rijksmuseum. Though the subject is difficult to discern from the faint lines, the composition is suggestive of an outdoor scene featuring soldiers and possibly a dog. The sketch is a testament to Breitner's fascination with everyday life and his skillful use of line to capture movement and form. As a preliminary study, it likely served as a foundation for a larger, more developed painting, showcasing the artist's working process.