Drei Figuren (Three Figure Sketch) [p. 17]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image shows a sketch of two figures, with only the upper body of each person visible. The figure on the left is drawn in profile, facing right, with a long nose and prominent brow. They have short, swept-back hair and an upper torso and arm are visible. The figure on the right is more abstract, with a larger head and less detailed facial features, giving a distorted appearance. The sketch is done in pencil on textured, brownish paper without any additional elements in the background.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 13.1 x 9.5 cm (5 3/16 x 3 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.52.5

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 16r

Associated Artworks

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The image shows a landscape sketch with a bridge featuring multiple arches. There are structures on and beyond the bridge. The sketch is done with loose pencil strokes on light tan paper in shades of gray and black. The river close to us reflects the structures, with pencil strokes indicating rippling water. In the sky, a crescent moon is visible. Vertical elements beyond the bridge suggest abstract outlines of buildings or structures.

Flußlandschaft mit Brücke (Bridge over a River) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a closed book or journal made from brown cardboard with a fabric binding. The book is laid flat with the spine at the top. The texture of the materials is evident, with the brown cover having a slightly rough look with subtle variations in color and scattered tiny spots and marks. The fabric binding on the top is in a lighter cream color with a woven texture. The book's edges show indications of wear or use, particularly along the bottom edge where the material appears uneven. The overall appearance is that of a simple, utilitarian object, possibly used frequently, as shown by its worn condition.

Beckmann Sketchbook 14

Max Beckmann

1915

The image shows diagonal lines crisscrossing the paper, creating a sense of movement and depth. The abstract composition resembles a city street with sketchy outlines of human-like figures and geometric forms suggestive of building structures. The scene evokes an urban environment with elements that could be interpreted as storefronts or umbrellas, capturing the essence of a bustling market or café setting.

Blick in ein Interieur durch einen Vorhang (Curtains Drawn) [p. 5]

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: 374, no. 16r

Wikidata ID

Q64611973

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