Two Bass Players

1918

Max Beckmann

Associated Names
Max Beckmann

Artist, German, 1884 - 1950

The image is a sketch drawing of a person playing a string instrument. The drawing shows the upper half of the person's body, focusing on their hands and face. The person is in a position where they are playing a string instrument, likely a cello. The facial features of the person are minimally detailed with simple lines indicating their eyes, nose, and mouth, as well as a suggestion of short hair. The person appears to be concentrating on their action. The clothing is not detailed and appears as simple lines around the arms. One hand holds the bow of the instrument while the other hand is positioned on the fingerboard. The background is plain and undetailed, directing the focus on the person and the instrument.
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Bibliography

1978

  • Wiese 1978, 405.

Wikidata ID

Q64613871

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