mehrere Studienköpfe (Several Head Studies) [p. 41]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

This sketch features multiple rough outlines and abstract shapes on a textured, off-white sheet of paper. The drawing includes side profiles of two individuals' faces; one face is prominently drawn with a pronounced brow and nose, while the other is smaller and less detailed, appearing to wear a headpiece or helmet. The hair of the larger face is depicted with loose, sweeping strokes extending from the head. Surrounding the faces are a variety of abstract shapes and shades, created by short, intersecting lines and shading, which give the composition a sense of movement and dynamism. The background is blank, with the paper's color providing the backdrop for the pencil sketches. No jewelry or objects are obviously discernable in the simplified and quick rendering style of the sketch.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite with charcoal on green paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 19.7 x 13 cm (7 3/4 x 5 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.34.20

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 13v

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing of a page with notes and sketches. The image features a piece of paper filled with a combination of handwritten text and rough sketches. The text is written in pencil and appears to be a list with numbers. The writing style is inconsistent, with some words crossed out or overwritten. Above and below the written elements are sketches. Smudges, shading, and eraser marks are visible on the paper. The color is mostly monochromatic with hints of yellow.

Profil und Liste (Profile with Notations) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

The image shows a flat rectangular shape with smooth, even edges. The abstract presentation features a plain blue surface.

Beckmann Sketchbook 16

Max Beckmann

1916

The image shows a sketch of a person on a sheet of paper. The figure is positioned upside-down and appears to be standing. The facial features are basic, with simple lines for the eyes, nose, and mouth. The hair is sketched with rough lines. The person is wearing a loose-fitting garment. There are no visible accessories or objects in the sketch, and the background is a plain, empty page.

balancierender Artist (Balancing Act of an Acrobat) [p. 2]

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: 399, 13v

Wikidata ID

Q64610140

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