Mehrfigurige Kompositionsskizze (Figural Composition) [p. 9] 1918 - 1919

This pencil sketch by Max Beckmann, titled "Mehrfigurige Kompositionsskizze (Figural Composition)," dates back to 1918-1919. The sketch depicts a group of figures, possibly a family, in a somewhat chaotic and compressed composition. Beckmann, known for his Expressionist style, utilizes bold lines and simplified forms to convey a sense of psychological intensity and emotional weight. This preliminary study, captured on a page from his sketchbook, reveals the artist's process and provides a glimpse into his creative development during a turbulent period in history.