Beckmann Sketchbook 8

1915

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

This is a photograph of a closed notebook with a worn cover. The notebook has an orange-brown cover that shows signs of aging and wear, including several small dark spots and scuffs scattered across its surface. The left edge has a textured fabric binding in a beige color, giving it a vintage or well-used appearance. There is a loop or strap on the right side. The overall texture of the cover is slightly coarse.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    sketchbook with 5 sketches in graphite on cream paper. Sketchbook contains multicolored paper as well.

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    book: 18.1 x 11 cm, 0.5 cm (7 1/8 x 4 5/16 in., 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.45.1-5

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, 258-267

Associated Artworks

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The image is a sketch of two human figures, mainly focusing on their upper bodies and faces, as if they are lying down or reclining. The person on the left has closed eyes, a straight nose, and a prominent ear, with short hair falling to the sides. The figure on the right shows a partial profile with detailing around the nose and mouth. The sketch is minimal, outlining key facial features with light pencil strokes, and no clothing is shown. The background is plain, with the texture of the paper, and no distinct objects or patterns are visible around the figures.

Zwei Köpfe (Two Heads) [p. 13]

Max Beckmann

1884

The image shows curved and swirling lines creating an abstract composition on a plain background. The lines form two rounded shapes reminiscent of figures or faces in profile. The drawing has a sketchy and minimalist style, leaving room for interpretation by the viewer.

begonnene Skizze, wohl zweier Köpfe (Initial Sketch) [p. 15]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a drawing of abstract figures and shapes. The drawing features a collection of loosely sketched lines and forms that suggest figures in various poses. The left side of the drawing hints at an abstract figure with circular shapes resembling wheels and lines indicating handlebars. To the right, there are profile outlines of faces. The drawing is minimalistic, using a soft graphite or charcoal medium on paper, with a raw and spontaneous style.

mehrere Figuren (Group Composition) [p. 16]

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: 258-267.

Inscriptions

inside back cover: [?] - 45; printed on sticker: W &J. AMLER / CHARLOHENBURG. Streinplat 22.

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