Drei hagere Akte (Three Nude Figures) [p. 29]

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

This is a drawing of abstract figures sketched in simple lines. The image consists of several faint, roughly drawn figures and shapes outlined with pencil on a plain background, suggesting abstract human forms in various positions. The figures are incomplete and impressionistic, giving a sense of motion or transition. The use of simplistic lines creates an experimental and unfinished appearance, allowing for open interpretation of the figures and their environment. The drawing appears to be an exploratory sketch, capturing basic forms without intricate details.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on green laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Max Beckmann

  • Dimensions

    page size: 20 x 14.4 cm (7 7/8 x 5 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.64.65.26

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Zeiller/Presler 2010, no. 17r

Associated Artworks

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The image displays swirling curved lines forming an abstract shape. The lines give the impression of continuous motion. Above the drawing, there is handwritten script in purple ink adding texture to the composition.

Löwenstudie, Notizen (Lion, Notation) [p. 1]

Max Beckmann

1884

This is a photograph of a notebook cover. The image shows a brown cardboard cover with dark fabric or tape on the spine and corners. In the center, a rectangular piece of paper is taped with brown tape and has handwritten text in blue ink mentioning animals. The notebook has a simple appearance with textures and imperfections on the cardboard surface.

Beckmann Sketchbook 18

Max Beckmann

1917

This is a drawing of an animal figure. The sketch uses simple and minimalistic lines to depict an animal in a bent posture. The drawing is done using bold graphite with distinctive strokes highlighting the eyes and muzzle of the animal. The paper has a soft texture that enhances the hand-drawn aspect of the piece. The creature is presented in an abstract manner, capturing the essence of its form without excess detail.

Liegender Löwe (Lion Reclining) [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: 446, no. 17r

Wikidata ID

Q64613720

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