Studieblad, onder andere met koeien en figuren 1880 - 1882

George Hendrik Breitner made this sketch in the late 19th or early 20th century in the Netherlands. It's a glimpse into his working process, a page from a sketchbook filled with studies of cows and figures. Breitner was known for his depictions of everyday life in Amsterdam, often focusing on the working class and urban scenes. His art was part of a broader movement towards realism that reflected the social and political changes happening at the time. This was a period of industrialization, urbanization, and growing social awareness, and artists like Breitner sought to capture the realities of modern life. To fully understand Breitner's work, we can look at the social conditions that shaped his art, as well as the institutions that supported and exhibited it. By examining historical documents, letters, and exhibition catalogs, we can gain insight into the cultural context in which Breitner operated and appreciate the ways in which his art reflected and challenged the norms of his time.