Artwork
Evening on Dam Square in Amsterdam
Evening on Dam Square in Amsterdam is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist George Hendrik Breitner. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
Evening on Dam Square in Amsterdam is a 1896 oil painting by George Hendrik Breitner, a Dutch artist known for realistic urban scenes. It is a cityscape held in the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Dam Square at night, with pedestrians and horse-drawn carriages amidst old-fashioned attire. The scene is characterized by dark tones punctuated by light sources, capturing the atmosphere of the square.
Technique & Style
Breitner worked in a realistic style, often painting en plein air. His attention to detail and ability to convey atmospheric effects, such as those found on rainy nights, are evident in this work, aligning with the Amsterdam Impressionism movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Hendrik Breitner (12 September 1857 – 5 June 1923) was a Dutch painter and photographer.
