Skizze mit vier Figuren (Titled Sketch with Four Figures) [p. 71] 1914 - 1915

"Skizze mit vier Figuren" is a pencil and ink sketch on paper by German artist Max Beckmann. It features four figures rendered in loose, expressive lines and was created between 1914 and 1915. Beckmann's work from this era was often infused with a sense of anxiety and foreboding, mirroring the turbulent events of World War I. The sketch reflects his signature style, which emphasized bold forms, angular lines, and a heightened sense of emotion. This small-scale work is part of a larger sketchbook and offers a glimpse into Beckmann's artistic process.