Argonauts (Sketch for Triptych and Study for Center Panel)

1946 and 1950

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image contains tangled, curving lines and elongated shapes converging to form an abstract composition. In the center, the lines suggest human figures standing closely together. The background features swirling patterns and vertical lines resembling a decorative wall or tapestry. Above, a faint rectangular sketch with abstract forms and symbols is included.
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upper right in graphite: N[u] K[unstler?] 31.1.50 / N.Y. / [flaiff?] / [pflungen?]; lower right in black ink: 21.[1/2].46. B; on verso dated 26 August 46; illegible insc riptions recto and verso

Wikidata ID

Q64613800

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