Gezicht op de De Ruijterkade te Amsterdam c. 1900 - 1901

"Gezicht op de De Ruijterkade te Amsterdam" is a pencil sketch by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, created around 1900-1901. This sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Breitner's artistic process. The rapid, gestural lines depict a scene on the De Ruijterkade, a canal in Amsterdam, capturing the energy and dynamism of the city. Breitner was known for his dynamic depictions of modern life in Amsterdam, and this sketch showcases his keen eye for detail and his ability to convey movement and atmosphere with minimal lines.