mehrfigurige Skizze mit kriechenden Figuren (Figure Sketch) [p. 17]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image shows rough, angular lines and circular shapes drawn in pencil to create an abstract composition. Some lines resemble limbs and heads, suggesting movement. In the center, there is a form resembling a figure raising an arm, surrounded by other shapes conveying a bustling scene. Simple geometric shapes are used for abstraction and ambiguity, evoking a playful feel and resembling dancers or animated figures.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on green paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 15 x 22 x 0.8 cm (5 7/8 x 8 11/16 x 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.28.8

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 9r

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a sketch of a person from the waist up. The person is sitting or reclining slightly, with their head tilted back. The facial features are simplified, with large eyes, a small nose, and a slight smile. Long hair flows past the shoulders. The person wears a collared shirt or dress with buttons. They hold a rectangular object in front of them. A necklace with beads or pearls is around their neck. The background features abstract lines and shapes, without a clear setting.

Frau mit Fackel und Kind (Woman with Torch and Child) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a stained piece of paper with text and a design. The paper has splatters and stains in various colors including yellow, orange, blue, purple, and brown. In the upper left corner, there is text that reads "GEORESS" with an emblem design featuring the letter "R" and the number "5611" below. In the lower right corner, there is a faded stamp with the text "Hermann Wilke Gr. Buchbindere Frankfurt a. M."

Beckmann Sketchbook 42

Max Beckmann

1933

The image shows a series of sweeping, curved lines and circular shapes creating an abstract composition. In the upper part, two circular forms with intersecting lines are present. Below, there are wavy lines and pointed shapes resembling landscape elements like mountains or waves. The artwork consists of bold and consistent strokes, adding to its abstract nature and visual appeal.

geflügelte Mischwesen, über Gebirge fliegend (Winged Creature Flying over Mountains) [p. 3]

Max Beckmann

1884

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Bibliography

2010

  • Zeiller, Christiane, Gerd Presler.Max Beckmann : die Skizzenbücher = the sketchbooks. II. Ostifildern, 2010: 747, no. 9r

Wikidata ID

Q64609573

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