Liegende Frau in Wäsche (Half Nude Reclining) [p. 11]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image depicts a person lying down on their back. They have shoulder-length hair with bangs, and are wearing lingerie or a form-fitting outfit with patterned texture, as well as thigh-high stockings or boots. The person is resting one arm behind their head and the other by their side. The facial features are simple, with accentuated lips. The figure is situated on a surface that may be a bed or couch, with sketchy lines indicating a pillow or blanket. The background consists of loosely drawn lines, suggesting a shaded area. A rounded object, possibly a stool, is drawn in the lower right corner of the image.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite, pen with black and blue ink, and pink pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 21 x 16.5 cm (8 1/4 x 6 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.58.9

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 6r

Associated Artworks

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The image displays intersecting lines and shapes arranged in an abstract composition. Curved and angular lines intertwine, some forming shapes resembling a distorted face or a sun on the left side. A large arc and various oval and circular forms can be seen, evoking eyes or other facial features, while surrounding lines cascade in different directions, creating a sense of movement.

Interieur (Interior) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a textured brown cardboard or paper surface with an attached label. The label is a beige rectangle with handwriting and printed text. The handwritten words read "Akt Zeichnungen" and "Sketches of heads." The printed text at the bottom of the label indicates "Adrian Brugger, München," along with addresses: "Hauptgeschäft: Theatinerstr. 40 / Filiale: Gabelsbergerstr. 85." The surface shows signs of wear, such as folds, wrinkles, and circular stain marks.

Beckmann Sketchbook 52

Max Beckmann

1945

The image is a sketch of two reclining figures. Both figures are shown in a relaxed position, with one arm raised above their head. The sketch features rough outlines of their bodies and basic facial features, with loosely drawn lines to depict their hair. The figures are set against an abstract background, hinting at possible seating arrangements. No clothing or accessories are depicted. The background is simplified with additional line work for depth and surface details.

Liebespaar (Lovers) [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: 908, no. 6r

Wikidata ID

Q64612365

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