Akrobat in der Brücke und weitere Figur (Backbend with Onlooker) [p. 3] 

"Akrobat in der Brücke und weitere Figur (Backbend with Onlooker)" is a pencil drawing by German Expressionist artist Max Beckmann, known for his powerful and often unsettling imagery. This sketch, likely a preparatory study for a larger work, depicts a figure contorted in a backbend with another figure looking on. The angular lines and simplified forms are characteristic of Beckmann's style, emphasizing emotion and the psychological state of his subjects. This intimate sketch offers a glimpse into Beckmann's creative process, revealing his meticulous attention to detail and his exploration of human form and expression.