Dancing Couple (Original Title)Blatt 7 aus der Mappe „Day and Dream“ 1946

Max Beckmann's "Dancing Couple" (Original Title)Blatt 7 aus der Mappe "Day and Dream", created in 1946, features a couple in a stylized and expressive manner, characteristic of the artist's post-World War II work. This lithograph from the portfolio "Day and Dream" depicts a powerful yet intimate moment, using bold lines and cross-hatching to convey depth and emotion. The distorted figures, reminiscent of Beckmann's theatrical influences, engage in a dance, capturing a sense of both joy and melancholy. This piece reflects Beckmann's signature style and reflects the tumultuous emotions of the era.