Mehrfigurige Kompositionsskizze (Figural Composition) [p. 11] c. 1920

This pencil sketch by German Expressionist artist Max Beckmann, created around 1920, depicts a dynamic, multi-figure composition. The gestural lines and fragmented forms create a sense of movement and tension, characteristic of Beckmann's style. The sketch, likely a preparatory study for a larger work, demonstrates the artist's exploration of human relationships and the psychological complexities of the human condition, themes that are central to his artistic practice. This small-scale work, measuring just 6 1/4 × 4 inches, offers a glimpse into Beckmann's creative process and his distinctive approach to figure drawing.