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Neighborhood Street in Rijswijk near The Hague

Neighborhood Street in Rijswijk near The Hague, by George Hendrik Breitner, oil, 1901
Neighborhood Street in Rijswijk near The Hague, by George Hendrik Breitner, oil, 1901

Neighborhood Street in Rijswijk near The Hague is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist George Hendrik Breitner. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Neighborhood Street in Rijswijk near The Hague is a 1901 oil painting by George Hendrik Breitner, a Dutch artist known for capturing urban scenes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a narrow, empty street flanked by tall buildings in muted shades, with red roofs visible. The scene conveys a sense of quiet, everyday life, focusing on the architecture and atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Breitner employed bold brushstrokes and vivid colors to capture the interplay of light and shadow on the buildings, creating a realistic yet atmospheric effect.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the Rijksmuseum collection. Breitner, associated with the Amsterdam Impressionism movement, often worked en plein air and used photography as a reference for his works.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Hendrik Breitner

Artist

George Hendrik Breitner

George Hendrik Breitner (12 September 1857 – 5 June 1923) was a Dutch painter and photographer.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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