Woman Seated and Man Standing Beside a Small Table

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image consists of bold, abstract lines and shapes, emphasizing vertical and diagonal elements. On the left, there is a rounded shape created by curved lines. In the center, there is a tall, rectangular form. On the right, there are flowing lines that suggest drapery or abstract figures. The overall composition suggests a social scene with simplified human interactions in a loosely defined space.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink on Hotel Esplanade stationery

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 13.7 × 17.6 cm (5 3/8 × 6 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.87

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Max Beckmann, Peoria; gift to NGA, 1984.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64613928

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