Tanzendes Paar (Couple) [p. 47]

1927

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image is a pencil sketch of two upper bodies closely interacting, showing only a portion of their torsos and their heads. One person is positioned facing toward the other, with their arm around the other person's shoulder. The facial features of the person on the left appear soft and indistinct, with a gentle slope to the nose and a subtle outline of the lips and chin. Their hair is short and appears to be combed back. The person on the right has more pronounced features, with a larger eye depicted and a defined nose. Their head appears to slightly tilt backward. The clothing is suggested by the lines indicating draped fabrics over each figure's shoulders and chest. The background of the image is plain and unadorned.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 17 x 11.8 cm (6 11/16 x 4 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.41.15

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 26r

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing of abstract shapes and forms. The image features fluid lines creating movement and rhythm. Among the forms, there are elements that resemble garments or fabric in motion. The sketch is composed of gestural strokes, typical of a preparatory study. The monochromatic pencil on paper enhances the raw feel of the piece.

Tänzer (Dancer) [p. 3]

Max Beckmann

1923

This is a photograph of a sketchbook cover. The image shows the front cover of a sketchbook with a brown, textured surface that has wear and markings. A piece of paper with handwritten text in blue ink saying "Sketchbook No. B. B4, 30 drawings" is taped to the center. Binder screws on the left secure the sketchbook.

Beckmann Sketchbook 34

Max Beckmann

1923

The image is a sketch of two individuals, both shown from the shoulders up. The person on the left is positioned slightly turned with their chin resting on their left hand. Their facial features include prominent eyes and a noticeable nose, with their hair styled tightly and pulled back. The individual on the right appears facing forward, also with defined facial features and their hair parted and framing their face. The clothing for both is minimally defined, emphasizing the shoulders and neck area with simple lines. The background is plain, emphasizing the sketched figures. No jewelry is visible, and no objects are being held.

Zwei Frauen (Two Women) [p. 5]

Max Beckmann

1923

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: 674, no. 26r

Wikidata ID

Q64610965

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