Studieblad met figuren en paarden 1883 - 1885

George Hendrik Breitner created this sketch of figures and horses, now at the Rijksmuseum, using graphite on paper. The composition, almost ethereal in its lightness, offers a glimpse into the artist's observational process. Breitner uses line, not to define, but to suggest form, capturing movement and essence. The figures and horses seem to emerge from the paper, with the sketchiness of the lines imbuing the scene with a sense of immediacy and spontaneity. The lack of detail invites us to complete the image, engaging with the artwork on a participatory level. Breitner challenges our notions of completion and representation, prompting questions about the nature of art and perception. It's a dance between what is shown and what is left unseen, inviting us to contemplate the infinite possibilities within a simple sketch.