Zwei bezeichnete Skizzen (Two Sketches with Inscriptions) [p. 34]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image shows an abstract composition with tangled and overlapping lines forming irregular shapes across the page. Dark strokes create a chaotic yet structured presence. In the lower section, sketchy lines form a separate abstract pattern resembling a face or mask, lined with wavy curves and enclosed in a rectangular shape. The overall arrangement lacks distinct forms, embodying an abstract aesthetic open to interpretation.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen with black ink and wash

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 21.3 x 14.2 cm (8 3/8 x 5 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.31.17

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 16v

Associated Artworks

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The image shows jagged, zigzagging pencil lines on a brown, textured page. The lines are arranged to create an abstract design resembling a mountain range or steep terrain. The mirrored lines give a layered look and depth to the image.

Geometrische Skizze (Geometric Sketch) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a worn and slightly damaged book cover. The cover is primarily brown in color and shows signs of aging with various scuff marks, stains, and slight tears especially along the edges. The left edge shows a black vertical strip. There are faint, partially illegible markings or stamps in a dull red or purple color dispersed across the surface. The corners appear frayed, revealing the material beneath, and the right edge appears to be slightly bent.

Beckmann Sketchbook 2

Max Beckmann

1910

This is a drawing of a handwritten list on a piece of paper, with sketchings of furniture. The paper appears aged, with slightly worn and torn edges. The list is written in cursive script using a writing instrument. Next to several lines of text on the left are numerical values on the right side. Alongside the handwriting are rough sketches of objects that resemble tables or furniture. Below the main list, additional notes and measurements are also present.

Notizen (Notation) [p. 3]

Max Beckmann

1884

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Bibliography

2010

  • Zeiller, Christiane, Gerd Presler.Max Beckmann : die Skizzenbücher = the sketchbooks. II. Ostifildern, 2010: 179, no. 16v

Wikidata ID

Q64609772

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