Huizen aan het Haarlemmerplein te Amsterdam c. 1886 - 1903

This preliminary sketch, "Huizen aan het Haarlemmerplein te Amsterdam", by Dutch artist George Hendrik Breitner, is a raw and expressive depiction of buildings on the Haarlemmerplein square in Amsterdam. Created between 1886 and 1903, the work captures the architectural details of the city with loose, gestural lines. Breitner, known for his urban landscapes, utilized a bold, graphic style, highlighting the architectural structures through the interplay of light and shadow. This sketch is a testament to his mastery of capturing the essence of Amsterdam's urban environment.