Tanzende Figur (Dancing Figure) [p. 11] 

"Tanzende Figur" (Dancing Figure) is a pencil sketch by German Expressionist painter Max Beckmann. The artwork captures the dynamic movement of a single figure in a simplified, gestural style. Beckmann's unique approach to figuration, where form is reduced to essential lines, is evident in this work, reflecting his fascination with the human form and its expressive potential. The sketch suggests a sense of energy and movement, characteristic of Beckmann's later works, where the artist explores themes of isolation and alienation within a world in turmoil. This drawing, a study for a larger work, showcases the artist's masterful command of line and his ability to convey complex emotions through simple means.