älterer Mann (Elderly Face) [p. 91] 1927

Max Beckmann's "älterer Mann (Elderly Face)" is a poignant pencil sketch from 1927, showcasing the artist's signature expressive style. Beckmann's signature style uses bold lines and a sense of distortion to convey intense emotion. The sketch captures the essence of an older man, with emphasis on his weathered face and a slight downward tilt of the mouth hinting at a life of experience. The use of sharp lines and a sense of fragmentation in the sketch creates a sense of drama and a psychological depth to the subject.