The Rescue

1947

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image displays intricate and overlapping lines creating an abstract composition. The lines form humanoid figures with elongated and distorted features, resembling faces with different types of hats. Abstract representations of arms and hands are also present, embracing a central figure, suggesting a gathering or crowd. The arrangement of lines and shapes forms a surreal scene, suggestive of a dream-like amalgamation of personas. The abstract art style prompts viewers to perceive familiar objects like hats and faces amidst a sense of complexity and mystery.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and blue ink over graphite

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 32.6 x 50.3 cm (12 13/16 x 19 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.3

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Max Beckman, Peoria, gift to NGA, 1984.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Beckmann Sept 47 / Chas Hotel /St. Louis; lower left in blue ball-point & graphite: VinReltung' (the rescue); upper right verso in graphite: Begrissu ng-26.Sept.1947 / 60 x 41; lLv//stamped in purple: MOSTRA INTERNAZIONALE DEL DISEGNO MODERNO / BERGAM O / (Italia); lRv//stamped in purple: DOGANA DI MILANO T. A.?

Wikidata ID

Q64609174

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