Gezicht op een straat in Amsterdam c. 1903

George Hendrik Breitner made this sketch of a street in Amsterdam with graphite on paper. It’s all about the energy of the line, isn't it? Scratchy, searching, like the artist is trying to feel his way through the scene. Look at the different pressures and weights of the lines; some are barely there, ghostly impressions, while others are thick and bold, anchoring the composition. You can almost feel his hand moving across the page, quickly capturing the essence of the buildings and the street. I love how he doesn't fuss over details but focuses on the overall structure and atmosphere. This piece reminds me of some of Cy Twombly's sketches; they both have that raw, unfiltered quality, a sense of immediacy that invites you into the artist's process. It's less about the finished product and more about the act of seeing and recording, embracing the beauty of imperfection.