Crowd of People

1918

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image shows a series of intersecting lines and shapes forming an abstract composition. Some lines curve and create circular forms that resemble exaggerated faces. Other lines intersect vertically and diagonally, giving a sense of depth and separation. Some curved shapes resemble spirals or tails. The abstract composition allows for various interpretations within the complex layering of strokes.
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Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1978

  • Wiese 1978, 406.

Inscriptions

on verso letter written by Beckmann: F.6.April 18 / Sehr geehrter Herr Kuhn! / Besten Dank fur die Ubersendung der Schriftproben ...; unknown hand, on verso in graphite: Resurrection / 1917/18

Wikidata ID

Q64613785

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