Christ and Pilate (Original Title)Blatt 15 aus der Mappe „Day and Dream“ 1946

Max Beckmann’s 1946 lithograph, “Christ and Pilate,” depicts the meeting between Jesus and Pontius Pilate during the events of the Passion of Christ. Rendered with bold, expressive lines, the artwork conveys a sense of dramatic tension and psychological weight. The focus on the figures' faces, particularly the crown of thorns and the furrowed brow of Christ, heightens the emotional impact of the scene. As a key work in Beckmann’s “Day and Dream” series, this piece exemplifies his signature style: a blend of Expressionism and realism that reflects the turbulent political climate of the time.