Kompositionsskizze (Sketch with Inscription) [p. 3]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image shows intersecting pencil lines swirling and curving across a blank page, forming an abstract composition. Some lines loop and twist, resembling tangled cords or strands of thread. The fluidity and overlapping of the lines create a dynamic visual experience.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite with pen and brown ink

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 21 x 16.9 cm (8 1/4 x 6 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.55.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 1r

Associated Artworks

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The image depicts an aged page with assorted handwritten notes in pencil and pen. There is a large signature or set of letters in pencil, numbers in rows in the top right, cursive writing along the left margin, signs of aging like creases and discoloration, faint stains, and curled edges. A faint circle stain and dark spots are visible on the paper.

Beckmann Sketchbook 22

Max Beckmann

1919

The image consists of intersecting lines and curves creating an abstract composition. Some lines may resemble shapes like a house or a heart, but in a distorted form. The overlapping lines form an intricate pattern, resembling a web or doodle. At the bottom, there is a signature or writing for recognition.

Kompositionsskizze (Sketch with Inscription) [p. 5]

Max Beckmann

1884

The image displays an intricate maze of swirling lines and overlapping shapes across the canvas, creating an abstract composition. The lines weave and curve, intertwining with each other in a chaotic yet deliberate fashion. Some forms suggest familiar objects such as faces or figures, with round loops resembling eyes and elongated curves hinting at limbs or human silhouettes.

Kompositionsskizze mit Bezeichnung (Sketch with Inscription) [p. 7]

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: 528, no. 1r

Inscriptions

(not deciphered)

Wikidata ID

Q64612047

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