Beckmann Sketchbook 8 1915

This is the cover of a sketchbook used by German Expressionist painter Max Beckmann in 1915. The brown paper cover, showing signs of wear and tear, suggests the sketchbook's active use. It is a small and portable format, designed for the artist to record his ideas and inspirations. These sketchbooks, containing drawings and studies, provide valuable insight into Beckmann's creative process. They document the evolution of his distinctive style, characterized by bold lines, distorted figures, and vivid colors.