Paarden met haverzak en figuurstudies Possibly 1881 - 1883

George Hendrik Breitner created this sketch, "Paarden met haverzak en figuurstudies," with graphite on paper. The initial impression is one of fragmented forms and kinetic energy, a flurry of lines capturing fleeting moments. The composition defies traditional expectations. Forms overlap and intersect, creating a sense of depth and spatial ambiguity. Notice how Breitner uses short, hatched lines to suggest shadow and volume, while longer, fluid lines delineate the contours of horses, feedbags and human figures. These are not static representations but dynamic studies, capturing the essence of movement and form. The formal arrangement invites us to question fixed perspectives. Breitner destabilizes conventional ways of seeing. His work embodies a shift towards capturing the immediacy of lived experience. The sketch operates as a visual record of the artist's process and his engagement with the modern world.