Weibliches Gesicht, wohl Pierrette (Woman's Face, probably Pierrette) Face [p. 78]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image is a sketch of a person's face. The face is partially shown, facing forward. Basic facial features are visible, such as eyes, a nose, and a mouth, all drawn with broad lines. The hair is depicted with loose, swirling lines suggesting curls or waves. There are no detailed clothing or accessories. The background is plain, showing the paper's texture. The sketch is made with a monochromatic pencil or charcoal on aged paper.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    overall: 16.2 x 10 cm (6 3/8 x 3 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.49.38

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 30v

Associated Artworks

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The image displays irregular and sweeping lines on a beige background, creating an abstract composition. The curved and looping lines resemble the outline of flowing fabric or the gentle undulations of a winding river. Above the abstract shapes, numbers are written.

Begonnene Skizze, Notizen (Initial Sketch, Notation) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a worn paper cover. It is a rectangular piece of paper that appears to be the cover of a notebook or book. The cover is faded blue with a lighter scalloped-edged label area in the center that is blank. The edges of the cover are frayed, showing signs of age and wear, with some chipping and tearing. The binding on the left side is visible. There are a few small spots and marks scattered across the cover.

Beckmann Sketchbook 7

Max Beckmann

1914

The image features a series of irregular dark lines overlapping on the page, creating an abstract composition. The swirling and looping shapes formed by the lines resemble chaotic waves or tangled vegetation. The use of dark and light shading adds depth to the sketch.

Zwei Passanten (Two Walking Figures) [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: 254, no. 39v

Inscriptions

(not deciphered)

Wikidata ID

Q64611697

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