Männliche Bildnisstudie (Male Portrait) [p. 36] 

This pencil sketch, "Männliche Bildnisstudie" (Male Portrait), was created by German Expressionist painter Max Beckmann. The drawing depicts a man's head and shoulders, with the subject's face turned in profile, looking slightly up. The artist's bold lines and loose style capture the essence of the subject, showcasing Beckmann's mastery of capturing the human form with economy of gesture and a distinct expressiveness.