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George Hendrik Breitner Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide George Hendrik Breitner · 1857 – 1923

Girl in Red Kimono

A serene woman rests in a vibrant red kimono by George Hendrik Breitner. Discover this Dutch Impressionist masterpiece at OriginalUniqueArt today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Reclining nude

1887 · Kunstmuseum, The Hague · original 2245 x 1340 cm

A serene female figure rests amidst vibrant red sheets in this 1887 oil painting by George Hendrik Breitner that masterfully blends realism with impressionism, inviting you to explore this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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MCJ (Marie) Jordan (1866-1948), The Artist's Wife

1905 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 22.5 x 18.0cm

This somber oil portrait of Marie Jordan features dramatic chiaroscuro. Discover the beauty of this intimate masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Women of the Jordaan

1890 · Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels · original 84.0 x 114.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Portrait of a Girl

1883 · Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam · original 65.0 x 51.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Self-portrait

1882 · Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam · original 40.0 x 30.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Cavalry

1888 · Kunstmuseum, The Hague · original 3370 x 1370 cm

Experience the dynamic energy of George Hendrik Breitner's Cavalry, a masterpiece of 19th-century realism featuring galloping horses that leap toward the viewer, now available to bring historical grandeur to your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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The Old Beurs at Evening

1891 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 23.5 x 33.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Horse Artillery

1885

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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In the Studio

1883 · Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam · original 37.5 x 27.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Two Women

1890 · Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam · original 41.0 x 28.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Sitting Nude with Red Cloth

1888 · Groninger Museum, Groningen · original 89.5 x 59.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Reclining Nude (also known as Anne, lying naked on a yellow cloth)

1888

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Hussar on Horseback

1885 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 60.0 x 44.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Girl in a White Kimono

1894

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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An Elegant Lady Strolling along a Canal in Amsterdam

1895

Discover George Breitner’s ‘An Elegant Lady’ – a stunning 1895 Amsterdam canal scene! Explore Impressionistic brushwork, urban beauty & historical context of this captivating Dutch masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Saar de Swart

1885 · Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam · original 55.5 x 46.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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The Rokin in Amsterdam

1897

Explore 'The Rokin in Amsterdam' by George Heidrik Breitner! A stunning Dutch Impressionist painting capturing 1897 Amsterdam’s serene canals & urban life. Oil on canvas, timeless beauty.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Girl in Red Kimono

1893

A serene woman rests in a vibrant red kimono in this 1893 masterpiece by George Hendrik Breitner, capturing the intimate warmth of late 19th-century Impressionism and inviting you to bring this timeless beauty home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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The earring

1893

Discover George Heidrik Breitner’s ‘The Earring,’ a captivating 1893 oil portrait blending realism & impressionism. Explore its symbolism, elegant style, and timeless appeal.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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View in Amsterdam

1901 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 24.5 x 32.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Landscape with Trees

Dordrechts Museum, Dordrecht · original 40.0 x 25.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Portrait of a Chanteuse

1880 · Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, Antwerp · original 66.0 x 38.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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Ships in the ice

1901

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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The Tower of Gorkum

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 181 artworks by George Hendrik Breitner
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The artist

George Hendrik Breitner

1857 – 1923

Quick facts

Corpus themeshague school influence, realism, urban realism focus, impressionist light & color, amsterdam street life
Emotional tonecalm
Typical colorsespresso
Top-ranked workGirl in Red Kimono
Also known asGeorg Hendrik Breitner, G. H. Breitner, Georges H. Breitner, George Breitner, Breitner
Lifespan66 years
Works on APS181
Movementsimpressionism

Biography

The Soul of Amsterdam: The Life and Vision of George Hendrik Breitner

George Hendrik Breitner stands as one of the most distinctive voices in Dutch art at the turn of the century, renowned for his unflinching depictions of everyday life within the bustling cityscape of Amsterdam. Born in Rotterdam in 1857 amidst challenging circumstances—his father’s bankruptcy profoundly impacting his family—Breitner eschewed a traditional academic path, prioritizing instead a self-directed artistic journey that would eventually redefine Dutch realism. This unconventional upbringing instilled in him an unwavering commitment to observation and a profound empathy for the struggles faced by ordinary people, themes that permeate throughout his entire oeuvre.

His early years were marked by a raw, burgeoning talent that led him to the Hague Academy of Fine Arts in 1876. Under the mentorship of Willem Maris, a pivotal figure in the Hague School, Breitner began to master the nuances of tonal harmony and atmospheric perspective. However, his spirit was too restless for the confines of strict academicism; his radical, sometimes brusque behavior even led to his expulsion from the Academy of Visual Arts in 1880. Rather than stifling him, this friction fueled a stylistic evolution characterized by bold brushstrokes and an expressive use of color that sought to convey raw emotion rather than mere precise representation.

A Cinematic Eye: The Intersection of Painting and Photography

As Breitner moved to Amsterdam in 1886, his artistic vision underwent a profound transformation, as he began to capture the very pulse of the city. He became the leading exponent of Amsterdam Impressionism, a movement that sought to translate the fleeting energy of urban life onto canvas. What set Breitner apart from his contemporaries was his innovative embrace of photography. Beginning in 1889, he meticulously documented Amsterdam's streets and inhabitants through the lens of his camera, using the medium as a crucial tool for study and inspiration.

This photographic eye deeply influenced his painterly technique. He adopted a deliberate frontal viewpoint and utilized cropped figures—elements borrowed from the spontaneous nature of photography—to distill the essence of urban life into striking, modern images. His works often mirror the stylistic innovations of French Impressionism but maintain a uniquely Dutch grit. Whether capturing the snowy, serene canals in The Singelbrug near the Paleisstraat or the chaotic energy of urban change in Demolition in the Oudezijds Achterburgwal, Breitner’s work possesses a cinematic quality that brings the late 19th-century streets to life.

Legacy of the Urban Impressionist

Breitner's repertoire was remarkably diverse, extending far beyond the cobblestone streets. While he is most celebrated for his urban landscapes, his fascination with movement and form led him to explore various subjects with equal intensity:

Military and Equestrian Studies: Drawing from his early days sketching at the City Riding School, he produced compelling works featuring horses and riders, often imbued with a sense of power and motion.
The Human Form: His explorations of the nude, such as Reclining Nude (also known as Anne), showcased a more intimate, tender side of his artistic temperament.
Watercolors and Etchings: Breitner was an exceptional master of lighter media, using watercolors to achieve a level of impressionistic lightness that contrasted beautifully with his heavy, textured oil paintings.

The historical significance of George Hendrik Breitner lies in his ability to bridge the gap between the traditional realism of the Hague School and the burgeoning modernism of the 20th century. He did not merely paint Amsterdam; he captured its soul, documenting a period of profound transition with a sense of poetic permanence. Today, his works remain essential treasures in collections like the Rijksmuseum, serving as a window into a vanished era of urban vitality and an enduring testament to the power of an unyielding, observant gaze.

Questions & Answers

Can I browse George Hendrik Breitner's works by movement?

The movements George Hendrik Breitner worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.

Where are George Hendrik Breitner's artworks grouped by keywords?

George Hendrik Breitner's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.

Can I browse George Hendrik Breitner's works by mood?

The artist's Mood Room page shows George Hendrik Breitner's artworks arranged by their atmosphere.

By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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