Zirkusartist im Kostüm (Circus Performer in Costume) [?] [p. 29]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image features abstract lines and shapes creating a fluid composition. Flowing curved lines are present in the top portion, while a central shape resembles a stylized coat with buttons. Angular lines and curves below suggest long, slender legs, hinting at a human figure. The composition combines these elements to create a minimalist yet creative work.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 17 x 11.6 cm (6 11/16 x 4 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.48.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 37r

Associated Artworks

See all 12 artworks
The image depicts abstract lines and shapes forming two human figures standing. The lines resemble hats, elongated forms for bodies, heads made of curved lines, and other lines implying arms, torsos, and legs, with triangular shapes at the bottom like shoes.

Zwei stehende Figuren (Two Standing Figures) [p. 7]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a blue textured surface. The surface appears to be made of a fabric or paper material. Two metal fasteners are visible on the left side. The surface has subtle textures, with a visible grain and a few scattered darker marks or stains. There is a noticeable horizontal line of darker spots or discoloration near the top. The color is predominantly a faded blue. The edges of the fasteners add some contrast with their reddish-brown hue.

Beckmann Sketchbook 30

Max Beckmann

1923

The image shows a sketch of two faces with only the facial area depicted, in faint pencil lines. The first face is turned slightly to the right with eyes closed, a prominent nose, and neutral expression. Loose lines suggest hair falling across the forehead. The second face, less distinct, overlaps the first with minimal detail. The drawing is on plain paper with no other objects or decorations visible. No jewelry or clothing is shown in the sketch.

Männliche Bildnisstudie (Male Portrait Study) [p. 19]

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: 640, no. 37r

Inscriptions

not deciphered

Wikidata ID

Q64611540

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