Studieblad met architectuurstudies en voorwerpen c. 1903

George Hendrik Breitner made this sketch of architectural studies and objects with graphite on paper; it's all about the process. You can tell he's working out different views, different angles, trying to nail down the essence of these forms. I’m drawn to the way Breitner uses these light, feathery lines to build up the forms. It’s like he’s feeling his way around the shapes, letting the pencil wander and discover new possibilities. The texture of the paper comes through, adding to that sense of immediacy and intimacy. Notice how the lines overlap and intersect, creating a kind of visual shorthand for depth and space. It's similar to Matisse's sketches, where a few lines capture the essence of a subject. This piece shows that artmaking is an ongoing conversation, an exploration of ideas, and a journey of discovery. It's about embracing ambiguity and finding beauty in the unexpected.