{"title":"Max Beckmann","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-man-plate-6-of-annual-fair-max-beckmann","title":"The Man, Plate 6 of 'Annual Fair' - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful drypoint etching by Max Beckmann, 'The Man' is Plate 6 from his 'Annual Fair' portfolio. This expressionistic print captures the social anxieties of post-WWI Germany with bold lines and striking figures, making it a compelling addition to any art collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis striking drypoint etching, 'The Man', is Plate 6 from Max Beckmann's portfolio 'Annual Fair' (Jahrmarkt). Beckmann, a pivotal figure in 20th-century German art, particularly the New Objectivity movement, created this portfolio in 1921, reflecting the tumultuous social and political climate of post-World War I Germany. The print showcases Beckmann's signature expressionistic style, characterised by bold lines, distorted figures, and a palpable sense of unease.\n\nThe composition features a trio of figures rendered in stark black lines against a warm orange ground. The central figure, a man with a somber expression, dominates the scene. To his right, a figure in a hat gazes upwards, while a smaller, partially obscured face lurks in the background. The scene evokes a sense of theatricality and psychological tension, typical of Beckmann's work. The drypoint technique lends a unique texture to the print, with velvety blacks and crisp lines enhancing the dramatic effect.\n\nAs a fine art print, 'The Man' brings a touch of historical gravitas and artistic intensity to any space. Its bold imagery and thought-provoking subject matter make it a compelling conversation piece, ideal for those who appreciate modern art with a strong narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/woman-in-a-tubular-dress-otto-friedrich-carl-lendecke\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWoman in a Tubular Dress - Otto Friedrich Carl Lendecke — Otto Friedrich Carl Lendecke\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/max-beckmann\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Max Beckmann →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56999202128207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56999202193743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56999202226511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56999202324815,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56999202357583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56999202390351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56999202455887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56999202488655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56999202521423,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":56999202554191,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56999202619727,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":56999202652495,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":56999202718031,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":56999202750799,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":56999202849103,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":56999202881871,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":56999202947407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_8c03210d-433d-4dec-954d-6cfac25120fc.jpg?v=1777753309"},{"product_id":"the-night-max-beckmann","title":"The Night - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal Expressionist work by Max Beckmann, The Night depicts a scene of domestic intrusion and violence. Painted between 1918 and 1919, it reflects the social and political turmoil of post-war Germany through distorted figures and a compressed, claustrophobic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann painted The Night between 1918 and 1919, following his service as a medical orderly during the First World War. This experience altered his artistic approach. He moved away from his earlier academic style toward a distorted and angular form of Expressionism. The painting depicts a scene of domestic violence. It is often interpreted as a response to the political instability and civil unrest in Germany during the post-war period.\n\nThe composition is claustrophobic. Beckmann uses a tilted perspective and compressed space to create a sense of entrapment. Seven figures occupy a small, attic-like room. On the left, a man is being strangled by an intruder while another figure twists his arm. In the centre, a woman with her back to the viewer is bound to a wooden post. To the right, a man in a cap prepares to take a child away. The figures are lanky. They have sharp joints and pained expressions.\n\nBeckmann employed a palette of muted browns, greys, ochres. He added small areas of red and yellow. The lighting is harsh. It comes from multiple sources that do not clarify the space. This work is a primary example of the New Objectivity movement. Artists in this group moved away from the emotional abstraction of early Expressionism to document the harsh realities of contemporary life. The painting is currently held in the collection of the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen in Dusseldorf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/small-world-paul-klee-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSmall World - Paul Klee — Paul Klee\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57843869876559,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57850232865103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57850232897871,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Night_Poster_CompositorV1_1780444205369.jpg?v=1780532782"},{"product_id":"frau-h-m-max-beckmann","title":"Frau H.M. - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1923 woodcut portrait of Hildegard Melms by German artist Max Beckmann. This Expressionist print features bold black lines and a stark, graphic composition typical of the New Objectivity movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann produced this woodcut portrait of Hildegard Melms in 1923. During this period, Beckmann was a leading figure in the German Expressionist movement, though his work often aligned with the emerging Neue Sachlichkeit or New Objectivity. This movement moved away from the emotional abstraction of earlier Expressionism toward a more direct, sometimes harsh realism. The artist lived in Frankfurt at the time, where he observed the changing social dynamics of the Weimar Republic.\n\nThe portrait uses the woodcut medium to create a stark, graphic image. Beckmann employs heavy black lines to define the sitter's features. Her eyes are oversized and almond-shaped, a common characteristic in Beckmann's portraiture that suggests a sense of psychological intensity. The hair is rendered with dense, parallel gouges in the wood block, creating a textured surface that contrasts with the white space of the face and background. These marks reveal the physical process of carving into the block.\n\nHildegard Melms was the wife of the director of the Frankfurt Opera. Beckmann captures her with a necklace and a dark garment, using simple forms to suggest her social standing. The composition is tight, focusing entirely on the head and shoulders. The lack of background detail forces the viewer to engage directly with the sitter's expression. This print is part of a series of portraits Beckmann created in the early 1920s, documenting the social circles of Frankfurt where he lived and taught at the Städel School.\n\nThe technique is characteristic of the revival of the woodcut in early twentieth-century Germany. Artists like Beckmann valued the medium for its primitive, forceful quality. The physical resistance of the wood grain is visible in the printed lines, adding a tactile dimension to the visual experience. This specific impression shows the sharp contrast between the ink and the paper, a hallmark of high-quality German printmaking from the Weimar Republic era. The work avoids sentimentality, presenting the subject with a modern, objective gaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/beaumont-hamel-1920-william-orpen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBeaumont Hamel, 1920 - William Orpen — William Orpen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57900355125583,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57900359123279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57900359156047,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Frau-H.M_Poster_CompositorV1_1781234429000.jpg?v=1781234440"},{"product_id":"night-max-beckmann","title":"Night - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA visceral, claustrophobic depiction of violence by Max Beckmann, reflecting the psychological trauma of post-war Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNight, painted between 1918 and 1919, is a defining work of Max Beckmann's post-war period. Following his service as a medical orderly during the First World War, Beckmann experienced a psychological collapse that fundamentally altered his artistic approach. This painting captures the claustrophobic tension of the era, depicting a cramped room where three intruders assault a family. The composition is deliberately compressed, forcing the figures into a tight, uncomfortable space that denies the viewer any sense of relief or distance.\n\nThe visual language employed here is harsh and angular. Beckmann uses distorted anatomy and a restricted, murky palette to convey the brutality of the scene. The figures are rendered with heavy, black outlines that separate them from the background, creating a sense of jagged, physical presence. The man on the left is being strangled, while the woman is bound, and a child is hidden in the corner. The intruders appear grotesque, their features exaggerated to suggest moral decay and senseless violence.\n\nThis work reflects the social and political instability of the Weimar Republic. It moves away from the earlier, more traditional styles Beckmann practised, adopting a sharper, more confrontational aesthetic. The painting does not offer a clear narrative resolution, instead focusing on the raw, visceral experience of suffering. The lack of depth and the crowded arrangement of limbs and furniture create a feeling of entrapment. By focusing on the domestic sphere as a site of terror, Beckmann addresses the trauma that permeated German society after the conflict. 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This composition depicts a scene of psychological tension, featuring figures in various states of distress or contemplation. The central figure, seated and slumped, is attended by a person draped in a striking red garment, while a kneeling figure in the foreground covers their face in a gesture of mourning or despair.\n\nThe interior space is rendered with a heavy, claustrophobic atmosphere. Beckmann uses a palette dominated by cool blues and greys, which contrasts with the singular, aggressive splash of red. The brushwork is deliberate and thick, creating a textured surface that adds to the physical weight of the figures. The spatial arrangement is compressed, pushing the subjects toward the viewer and removing any sense of comfort or distance. \n\nBeckmann often explored themes of human suffering, theatre, and the grotesque during the post-war years in Germany. His figures possess a sculptural quality, with exaggerated musculature and distorted proportions that communicate emotional states rather than anatomical precision. The painting reflects the disillusionment prevalent in Weimar-era art, where the focus turned toward the harsh realities of the human condition. By stripping away decorative elements, Beckmann forces an encounter with the raw, often uncomfortable, nature of his subjects. This work remains a clear example of his ability to construct complex, narrative-driven scenes that avoid easy interpretation, instead relying on the interplay of shadow, posture, and colour to convey a sense of existential unease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58043544174927,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58043544895823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58043544928591,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58245770543439,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58245770576207,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58245770608975,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58245770641743,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58245770674511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58245770707279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58245770740047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58245770772815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58245770805583,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58245770838351,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58245770903887,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58245771231567,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58245771264335,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58245771329871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_Poster_CompositorV1_1782358091132.jpg?v=1782358233"},{"product_id":"the-embrace-max-beckmann","title":"The Embrace - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stark 1922 drypoint by Max Beckmann, capturing two figures in a tense, physical embrace through raw, angular lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann produced this drypoint, titled The Embrace, in 1922. It belongs to a period where the artist utilised printmaking to explore the psychological tensions of post-war German society. The composition depicts two figures locked in a tight, physical hold, their bodies contorted to fit the frame. Beckmann employs heavy, angular lines that define the musculature and the claustrophobic space of the room. \n\nThe scene is sparse, containing only the essential elements of a bed, a window, and a clock on the wall. The clock, with its hands frozen at a specific hour, adds a sense of urgency or perhaps a suspension of time within the private sphere. The sharp, jagged quality of the drypoint needle creates a stark contrast between the dark ink and the paper surface. This technique allows for a raw, immediate aesthetic that avoids smooth transitions or soft shading. \n\nBeckmann often focused on the human condition, frequently portraying individuals in states of isolation or intense emotional connection. In this work, the figures appear almost inseparable, their limbs intertwined in a manner that suggests both comfort and a degree of desperation. The lack of background detail forces the viewer to focus entirely on the interaction between the two subjects. The work reflects the artist's interest in the subjective experience of reality, a hallmark of his contribution to the Expressionist movement. By stripping away unnecessary ornamentation, Beckmann directs attention to the physical weight and emotional gravity of the moment. This print remains a representative example of his graphic output during the early 1920s, demonstrating his ability to convey complex human dynamics through minimal visual information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232852349263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232852414799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232852447567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232852545871,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232852578639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232852611407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232852676943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232852709711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232852742479,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58232852775247,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232852840783,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232852873551,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232852939087,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232852971855,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232853496143,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232853528911,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232853594447,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Embrace_Poster_CompositorV1_1782874686334.jpg?v=1782874823"},{"product_id":"crawling-woman-max-beckmann","title":"Crawling Woman - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1946 lithograph by Max Beckmann, depicting a contorted figure through dense cross-hatching and expressive, minimal colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrawling Woman is a lithograph from the 1946 portfolio titled Day and Dream. Max Beckmann produced this series during his period of exile in Amsterdam, following his departure from Nazi Germany. The work displays the characteristic tension found in his later graphic output, where the human form is subjected to psychological and physical distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure occupies a compressed space, her body contorted into a low, crawling posture. Beckmann employs a dense network of cross-hatched lines to define the torso and face, creating a sense of nervous energy. These marks contrast with the fluid, sweeping outlines of the limbs and the sparse application of colour. The palette is restrained, relying on black ink for the primary structure, with subtle washes of yellow, pink, and pale green providing minimal tonal variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann often utilised the lithographic medium to explore themes of displacement and existential anxiety. The subject appears trapped within the frame, her gaze directed outward with a fixed, unblinking expression. The background is reduced to a simple, dark geometric shape, which pushes the figure forward and denies the viewer any sense of environmental context. This lack of setting forces an encounter with the subject, whose posture suggests both vulnerability and a primal, animalistic state. The print reflects the artist's ability to convey complex emotional states through economical means, stripping away unnecessary detail to focus on the raw mechanics of the human condition. As a piece from the Day and Dream portfolio, it captures the intersection of reality and subconscious imagery that defined Beckmann's approach to printmaking during his final years in Europe before his move to the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-dance-of-the-dead-2-three-dancing-skeletons-ernst-barlach\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Dance of the Dead 2: Three Dancing Skeletons - Ernst Barlach — Ernst Barlach\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345817735503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345817801039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345817899343,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58345817932111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58345817997647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Crawling-Woman_Poster_CompositorV1_1785393512340.jpg?v=1785398882"},{"product_id":"the-curtain-rises-max-beckmann","title":"The Curtain Rises - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stark, expressive drypoint print by Max Beckmann, capturing a theatrical scene filled with symbolic figures and psychological tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Curtain Rises is a drypoint print by Max Beckmann, produced in 1923. This work captures the theatrical and often unsettling atmosphere characteristic of the artist's output during the Weimar Republic. Beckmann frequently employed the metaphor of the stage to explore the human condition, using the circus, the cabaret, and the theatre as settings for his allegorical narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this composition, the viewer encounters a group of figures crowded into a confined space. The imagery includes a crowned figure, a skeletal presence, and a woman holding a trumpet. The lines are sharp and angular, typical of the drypoint technique, which allows for a raw, scratchy quality that suits the artist's urgent, expressive style. The figures appear trapped within the frame, their gestures and expressions suggesting a sense of performance that is simultaneously public and deeply private. The spatial arrangement is compressed, pushing the subjects toward the foreground and creating a claustrophobic tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann was a central figure in the New Objectivity movement, though his work often retained the emotional intensity of earlier Expressionist styles. His prints from this period reflect the social and political instability of post-war Germany. By using stark black-and-white contrasts, he strips away extraneous detail to focus on the psychological weight of his subjects. The presence of the skeleton, a recurring motif in his work, introduces a memento mori element, reminding the viewer of the fragility of life amidst the spectacle of the stage. This print offers a glimpse into the artist's complex visual language, where the mundane and the macabre intersect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625928790351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625928855887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625928954191,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625928986959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625929052495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Curtain-Rises_Poster_CompositorV1_1788235721584.jpg?v=1788236352"},{"product_id":"crucifixion-illustration-for-the-convicts-bath-max-beckmann","title":"Crucifixion (Illustration for The Convicts' Bath) - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful 1913 lithograph by Max Beckmann, created as an illustration for Dostoyevsky's writing, capturing raw human emotion through stark, expressive lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Max Beckmann, produced in 1913, serves as an illustration for a publication of Fyodor Dostoyevsky's work in the journal Kunst und Künstler. The composition reflects the artist's early engagement with the raw, emotive power of German Expressionism. Beckmann employs a stark, high-contrast approach, using heavy, gestural marks to define the figures against a dark, oppressive background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central figure of the crucified Christ is rendered with a sense of physical weight and suffering, avoiding traditional idealisation. To the left, a figure kneels in a posture of grief, while another stands to the right, their forms emerging from the shadows through jagged, energetic lines. The lack of clear spatial depth forces the viewer to focus on the psychological tension between the figures. The print demonstrates Beckmann's ability to translate literary themes into visual narratives that prioritise emotional truth over anatomical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1913, Beckmann was moving away from the academic traditions of his training toward a more subjective mode of representation. This work captures the anxiety and existential weight that would characterise his later output. The lithographic medium allows for a directness of touch, where the artist's hand remains visible in every stroke. The resulting image is one of stark austerity, stripped of decorative elements to convey the gravity of the subject matter. It remains a notable example of early twentieth-century graphic art, demonstrating the capacity of the medium to communicate complex human conditions through minimal means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/pieta-drama-komodie-sommer-theater-poster-oskar-kokoschka\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePieta (Drama Komödie Sommer Theater Poster) - Oskar Kokoschka — Oskar Kokoschka\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625956872527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625956938063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625957036367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625957069135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625957134671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Crucifixion-Illustration-for-The-Convicts-Bath-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788236541298.jpg?v=1788236872"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-zeretelli-max-beckmann","title":"Portrait of Zeretelli - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1927 portrait by Max Beckmann featuring the performer Zeretelli in a striking blue costume, rendered with bold lines and a stark, modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann painted this portrait of the Georgian singer and performer Zeretelli in 1927. The work captures the subject in a seated position, wearing a distinctive blue and white costume that suggests a theatrical or circus-related persona. Beckmann employs a bold, graphic approach to the figure, using heavy black outlines to define the anatomy and the folds of the clothing. The composition is structured around the verticality of the chair, which acts as a rigid frame for the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is dominated by cool tones, specifically the saturated blue of the costume contrasted against the muted grey of the background and the dark wood of the chair. Beckmann avoids soft transitions, preferring instead to delineate planes of colour that flatten the space. This technique is characteristic of his work during the 1920s, a period when he moved away from his earlier, more chaotic expressionist style toward a sharper, more detached observation of his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZeretelli is depicted with a knowing, slightly cynical expression. His posture is relaxed yet deliberate, with one hand resting on his hip and the other draped over his knee. The sharp angles of his face and the elongated fingers are typical of Beckmann's figurative distortions, which serve to heighten the psychological tension within the frame. The painting does not attempt to idealise the sitter, but rather presents a stark, unvarnished character study. The background is kept minimal, ensuring that the viewer's attention remains fixed on the figure and his enigmatic presence. This work provides a clear example of the artist's ability to combine theatricality with a grounded, physical reality, resulting in a portrait that feels both immediate and constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625992229199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625992294735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625992393039,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625992425807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625992491343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Zeretelli_Poster_CompositorV1_1788237431591.jpg?v=1788238147"},{"product_id":"the-prisoners-bathing-max-beckmann","title":"The Prisoners Bathing - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful 1913 lithograph by Max Beckmann, illustrating a scene from Dostoyevsky's The Convicts' Bath with raw, expressive mark-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Max Beckmann, created in 1913, serves as an illustration for Fyodor Dostoyevsky's text, The Convicts' Bath. The work captures a scene of confinement, rendered with the heavy, gestural mark-making characteristic of Beckmann's early graphic output. The figures are compressed into a dense, claustrophobic space, their forms emerging from deep shadows through aggressive, dark strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann employs a stark contrast between the pale, exposed skin of the prisoners and the surrounding darkness. The composition avoids traditional perspective, opting instead for a crowded, chaotic arrangement that conveys the psychological weight of the narrative. The figures appear distorted, their limbs and facial features suggested rather than defined, which heightens the sense of unease and physical vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was published in the journal Kunst und Künstler, a periodical that documented the artistic climate of early twentieth-century Germany. The lithograph reflects the artist's interest in human suffering and the darker aspects of the human condition, themes that would continue to occupy his work throughout his career. The raw, unrefined quality of the lines demonstrates Beckmann's rejection of academic polish in favour of direct, emotive expression. By focusing on the physical reality of the bathhouse, the artist forces the viewer to confront the stark existence of the subjects. The work remains a significant example of how graphic media allowed artists of the period to engage with literary sources while maintaining a distinct, personal visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-woman-leads-the-man-oskar-kokoschka\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Woman Leads the Man - Oskar Kokoschka — Oskar Kokoschka\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625992622415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625992687951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625992786255,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58625992819023,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58625992884559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Prisoners-Bathing_Poster_CompositorV1_1788237349922.jpg?v=1788237925"},{"product_id":"adam-and-eve-max-beckmann","title":"Adam and Eve - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stark, expressionist interpretation of the biblical figures, painted by Max Beckmann in 1917 during a period of personal and societal upheaval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1917, this work by Max Beckmann offers a stark departure from traditional biblical iconography. Beckmann, who served as a medical orderly during the First World War, produced this piece during a period of profound personal and psychological crisis. The figures of Adam and Eve are rendered with elongated, angular limbs and hollowed features, reflecting the trauma and disillusionment prevalent in post-war German society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is compressed, forcing the figures into a tight, claustrophobic space. Adam stands with a weary, detached posture, while Eve appears similarly burdened by their shared predicament. Between them, a dark, vertical form suggests the tree of knowledge, yet it is inhabited by a sinister, animalistic presence with a glowing eye. This creature introduces an element of menace, shifting the narrative from a classical garden scene to one of existential dread. The palette is dominated by muted greys, earthy tones, and pale flesh hues, which serve to flatten the space and heighten the sense of isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann employs heavy, deliberate brushwork to define the musculature and facial expressions of his subjects. The distortion of the human form is intentional, moving away from naturalism to convey internal states of anxiety. A single yellow iris at the base of the canvas provides a small, fragile point of colour, contrasting with the otherwise bleak environment. This painting is a characteristic example of Beckmann's approach to the human condition, where mythological themes are repurposed to examine the fractured reality of the early twentieth century. It avoids sentimentality, presenting instead a raw, unflinching view of human vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626055340367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626055405903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626055504207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626055536975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626055602511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adam-and-Eve_Poster_CompositorV1_1788238265376.jpg?v=1788238454"},{"product_id":"souvenir-of-chicago-max-beckmann","title":"Souvenir of Chicago - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1948 oil painting by Max Beckmann, featuring a potted plant framed by heavy black geometric lines, reflecting the artist's distinct Expressionist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann painted Souvenir of Chicago in 1948 during his tenure in the United States. The work displays his characteristic approach to spatial construction, employing heavy black outlines that act as a grid or cage, separating the viewer from the interior scene. This structural device creates a sense of tension, typical of his post-war output where the physical world appears fragmented and compressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition centres on a potted plant, likely a calla lily, rendered with sharp, angular forms. The background features a blue-toned interior, suggesting a domestic space, yet the presence of the thick black bars introduces an element of confinement. Beckmann often used such motifs to convey a psychological state of displacement. The colour palette is dominated by deep blues, stark blacks, and the pale yellow of the flower, which provides a singular point of visual relief against the otherwise sombre tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann moved to the United States in 1947, and this work reflects his observations of American life through his distinctively European lens. The title suggests a personal memento, yet the execution remains detached and analytical. The brushwork is deliberate, with paint applied in thick, opaque layers that define the forms without softening their edges. The work avoids sentimentality, focusing instead on the formal arrangement of objects within a restricted field of vision. By framing the subject behind a dark, geometric structure, Beckmann forces the viewer to engage with the painting as a constructed object rather than a window into a naturalistic scene. This piece remains a clear example of his ability to imbue everyday objects with a sense of unease and structural rigour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626056126799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626056192335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626056290639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626056323407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626056388943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Souvenir-of-Chicago_Poster_CompositorV1_1788238185967.jpg?v=1788238578"},{"product_id":"sleeping-girl-in-grain-field-max-beckmann","title":"Sleeping Girl in Grain Field - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1911 drypoint print by Max Beckmann depicting a young woman resting in a field, rendered with the artist's signature angular line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint print by Max Beckmann, titled Schlafendes Mädchen im Kornfeld, captures a quiet moment of repose within a rural setting. Executed in 1911, the work reflects the artist's early engagement with the graphic arts, a medium he utilised throughout his career to explore human vulnerability and existential themes. The composition features a young woman lying prone in a field, her form rendered with the stark, angular lines characteristic of Beckmann's developing style during the pre-war period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background includes a simplified church spire and sheaves of grain, providing a sense of place without unnecessary detail. Beckmann employs a direct, unadorned approach to the figure, focusing on the weight and posture of the sleeping subject. The drypoint technique allows for a burr that creates soft, velvety blacks, contrasting with the stark white of the paper. This print demonstrates the artist's ability to distil a scene into its essential components, avoiding sentimentality in favour of a raw, observational quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann was a central figure in the German Expressionist movement, though he often maintained a distance from its more emotive excesses. His work from this era shows a transition from academic training toward a more personal, subjective visual language. The print is signed and numbered, indicating its status as a limited edition work. It remains a clear example of the artist's early mastery of printmaking, where the economy of line serves to focus the viewer's attention on the stillness of the subject. The interplay between the figure and the surrounding environment suggests a temporary pause in the rhythm of daily life, captured with precision and technical control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626439184719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626439250255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626439348559,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626439381327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626439446863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sleeping-Girl-in-Grain-Field_Poster_CompositorV1_1788240461561.jpg?v=1788241112"},{"product_id":"evening-party-tischgesellschaft-max-beckmann","title":"Evening Party (Tischgesellschaft) - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1918 drypoint by Max Beckmann depicting a group of figures in a domestic interior, rendered with sharp, expressive lines and deep, atmospheric shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann produced this drypoint, titled Tischgesellschaft (Evening Party), in 1918. The work captures a domestic interior scene, a common subject for the artist during this period. Beckmann employs a raw, immediate graphic style, using sharp, angular lines to define the figures and the surrounding space. The composition features a group of individuals seated around a table, their postures suggesting a sense of social tension or quiet introspection rather than conviviality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drypoint technique allows for a burr on the metal plate, which creates the soft, velvety blacks seen in the shadows and the clothing of the figures. Beckmann uses these dark areas to anchor the composition, contrasting them against the lighter, more sparsely worked areas of the paper. The background is suggested through rapid, energetic hatching, which adds a sense of urgency to the scene. The figures appear somewhat isolated from one another, a characteristic element of Beckmann's work that explores the psychological distance between people in social settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the artist's engagement with the social realities of post-war Germany. By focusing on the mundane interactions of daily life, Beckmann provides a glimpse into the atmosphere of the era. The lack of clear narrative resolution invites the viewer to interpret the relationships between the subjects. The work is a fine example of the expressive potential of printmaking, where the economy of line conveys complex emotional states. It remains a significant piece within his graphic oeuvre, demonstrating his ability to transform ordinary scenes into studies of human character and social dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626562294095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626562359631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626562457935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626562490703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626562556239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Evening-Party-Tischgesellschaft-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788241502577.jpg?v=1788242555"},{"product_id":"the-tightrope-walkers-max-beckmann","title":"The Tightrope Walkers - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking drypoint etching by Max Beckmann from his 1921 Annual Fair portfolio, depicting circus performers in a tense, expressionist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tightrope Walkers is a drypoint etching from the 1921 portfolio titled Jahrmarkt (Annual Fair). Max Beckmann, a central figure in the German Expressionist movement, utilised the circus as a recurring motif to explore the human condition. In this composition, the figures occupy a precarious space, suspended above a fairground scene. The tightrope walker on the left balances with a parasol, while the hooded figure on the right navigates the wire with a long pole. The background features a Ferris wheel and small structures, rendered with a sense of compressed perspective that pushes the subjects to the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann employs sharp, angular lines and a stark contrast between the dark ink and the paper surface. The figures appear distorted, a common stylistic choice in his work to convey psychological tension. The striped costume of the performer and the heavy, shroud-like garment of the second figure create a visual rhythm that draws the eye across the wire. The crescent moon in the upper right adds a nocturnal quality to the scene, suggesting a world that exists outside of ordinary time. This print demonstrates the artist's technical command of the drypoint medium, where the burr of the copper plate creates soft, velvety blacks that contrast with the precise, etched lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the post-war atmosphere in Germany, where the circus served as a metaphor for the instability and performative nature of society. Beckmann avoids sentimentality, choosing instead to present the performers as isolated individuals within a chaotic environment. The composition is dense, with the mechanical structures of the fairground providing a rigid framework for the fluid, human forms. By focusing on the physical act of balancing, the artist captures a moment of concentration and vulnerability. The print remains a significant example of his graphic output during the early 1920s, demonstrating his ability to transform mundane subjects into complex visual narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58626586411343,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58626731245903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58626731278671,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626731311439,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58626731344207,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626731376975,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626731409743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58626731442511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58626731475279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58626731508047,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58626731540815,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Tightrope-Walkers_Poster_CompositorV1_1788243254785.jpg?v=1788243823"},{"product_id":"meeting-of-the-forest-owners-max-beckmann","title":"Meeting of the Forest Owners - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA surreal ink drawing by Max Beckmann from 1945, featuring a gathering of distorted, anthropomorphic figures in a dream-like setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann created this work in 1945, a period during which his visual language became increasingly allegorical and detached from strict realism. The composition presents a surreal gathering of figures, each possessing distorted, mask-like features that are characteristic of his later output. The scene is populated by anthropomorphic entities, some wearing conical hats resembling trees or fungi, while others display elongated limbs and exaggerated facial expressions. These figures occupy a space that blurs the boundary between an interior room and a woodland setting, creating a sense of displacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann employs a direct, linear style, using ink to define the contours of his subjects without relying on shading or tonal depth. This approach flattens the pictorial space, forcing the viewer to engage with the arrangement of shapes and the symbolic nature of the characters rather than a coherent narrative. The figures appear engaged in a formal discussion or assembly, yet their non-human attributes suggest a mythological or dream-like context. The work reflects the artist's interest in the human condition, often using grotesque or theatrical imagery to explore themes of isolation and social interaction. By stripping away colour and focusing on the raw line, Beckmann emphasises the psychological tension present in the interaction between these strange beings. The drawing serves as an example of his ability to construct complex, enigmatic worlds through minimal means, inviting interpretation while maintaining a degree of ambiguity that is typical of his mid-century drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627128459599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627128525135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627128623439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627128656207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627128721743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Meeting-of-the-Forest-Owners_Poster_CompositorV1_1788243668707.jpg?v=1788244789"},{"product_id":"the-duchess-illustration-for-chapter-four-max-beckmann","title":"The Duchess: Illustration for Chapter Four - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking drypoint print by Max Beckmann, featuring a dense, expressive composition of figures from his 1922 illustrations for 'Die Fürstin'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint print by Max Beckmann belongs to a series of illustrations created for the literary work 'Die Fürstin' (The Duchess), written by Kasimir Edschmid. Produced in 1922, the work captures the sharp, angular aesthetic characteristic of Beckmann's graphic output during the Weimar period. The composition features a cluster of figures, their faces pressed into a tight, overlapping arrangement that creates a sense of psychological tension and claustrophobia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann employs a calligraphic line quality, using the drypoint needle to create burr-heavy, expressive marks that define the facial features and shadows. The figures are rendered with a deliberate lack of spatial depth, pushing the subjects to the foreground and forcing an immediate confrontation with the viewer. The woman at the centre, presumably the titular duchess, possesses a stern, piercing gaze, while the surrounding figures appear as fragmented observers or participants in a private, perhaps unsettling, narrative. The stark contrast between the black ink and the white paper surface heightens the dramatic quality of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of German Expressionism, Beckmann often used the human figure to explore themes of alienation, social anxiety, and the complexities of human interaction. This print demonstrates his ability to distil complex emotional states into a minimal, graphic format. The lack of background detail ensures that the focus remains entirely on the expressions and the physical proximity of the characters. This piece is an example of the artist's mastery of printmaking, where the physical resistance of the metal plate informs the final, jagged energy of the image. It remains a compelling study of character and composition, reflecting the artist's interest in the darker, more introspective aspects of the human condition during the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627129311567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627129377103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627129475407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627129508175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627129573711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_-Illustration-for-Chapter-Four_Poster_CompositorV1_1788243801805.jpg?v=1788244956"},{"product_id":"the-duchess-first-illustration-for-chapter-one-max-beckmann","title":"The Duchess: First Illustration for Chapter One - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1922 drypoint etching by German Expressionist Max Beckmann, featuring three figures rendered with sharp, angular lines and psychological intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint etching by Max Beckmann, created in 1922, belongs to a series of illustrations produced for his own literary work, 'Die Herzogin' (The Duchess). Beckmann, a central figure in German Expressionism, utilised the medium of printmaking to explore psychological tension and the fractured nature of post-war European society. His approach to the plate is characterised by an economy of line, where sharp, angular marks define the figures and their immediate environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents three figures in a compressed, interior space. The central figure, a man with a heavy, mask-like face, is flanked by two women. The woman on the left rests her chin upon her hand, her gaze directed away from the viewer, while the figure on the right is rendered with more abstract, geometric lines. Beckmann avoids smooth transitions, opting instead for a jagged, nervous energy that permeates the scene. The background is suggested through minimal, intersecting lines, which create a sense of claustrophobia rather than spatial depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann's work from this period often reflects the disillusionment following the First World War. His figures are rarely at rest, even when seated. They appear caught in a state of internal conflict or silent communication. The stark contrast between the black ink and the cream paper emphasises the raw, unpolished quality of the drypoint technique. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Beckmann forces the viewer to focus on the posture, the expressions, and the uneasy proximity of the subjects. This print offers a glimpse into the artist's graphic practice, where the act of drawing directly onto the metal plate allowed for an immediate, visceral translation of his vision. It remains a compelling example of how printmaking served as a primary vehicle for his narrative and emotional explorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627132719439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627132784975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627132883279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627132916047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627132981583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_-First-Illustration-for-Chapter-One_Poster_CompositorV1_1788244716985.jpg?v=1788245341"},{"product_id":"wrestlers-max-beckmann","title":"Wrestlers - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1921 drypoint print by German Expressionist Max Beckmann, capturing a wrestling match with raw, angular lines and psychological intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint print by Max Beckmann, titled Wrestlers, originates from the 1921 portfolio New European Graphics, Portfolio V: German Artists. Beckmann, a central figure in the German Expressionist movement, utilised the drypoint technique to create sharp, angular lines that convey a sense of psychological tension. The work depicts a wrestling match occurring within a confined, stage-like setting, surrounded by observers who appear detached or indifferent to the physical struggle taking place before them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided into distinct zones. The central figures are locked in a grapple, their forms rendered with heavy, expressive strokes that emphasise the raw physicality of the sport. Surrounding them, the audience members are depicted with distorted features, a common stylistic device in Beckmann's work to suggest the alienation and moral decay he perceived in post-war German society. The background, featuring a simplified architectural view through a window or opening, provides a stark contrast to the chaotic energy of the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann's approach to line work is direct and unrefined, avoiding decorative flourishes in favour of a stark, graphic quality. The print captures the claustrophobic atmosphere of the Weimar-era cabaret and entertainment scene, where spectacle often masked deeper societal anxieties. By focusing on the physical exertion of the wrestlers against the static, almost grotesque figures of the spectators, Beckmann creates a narrative of human isolation. This piece serves as a clear example of his ability to transform mundane or popular subjects into commentary on the human condition, using the limitations of the print medium to heighten the emotional impact of his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627142746447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627142811983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627142910287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627142943055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627143008591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Wrestlers_Poster_CompositorV1_1788245569371.jpg?v=1788245888"},{"product_id":"frontal-self-portrait-with-house-gable-in-background-max-beckmann","title":"Frontal Self Portrait with House Gable in Background - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1918 drypoint self-portrait by Max Beckmann, capturing the artist with intense, angular lines and psychological depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Beckmann produced this drypoint self-portrait in 1918, a period defined by the aftermath of the First World War. The work captures the artist in a direct, confrontational pose, his gaze fixed firmly upon the viewer. The composition relies on sharp, angular lines that define the facial structure and the collar of his jacket. The background features a simplified architectural form, specifically a house gable, which provides a stark, geometric contrast to the organic contours of the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann utilised the drypoint technique to create a sense of urgency and psychological tension. The burr of the copper plate produces velvety, dark lines that vary in weight, adding texture to the shadows beneath the eyes and around the mouth. This specific print reflects the artist's shift towards a more jagged, austere aesthetic following his experiences as a medical orderly during the war. The lack of tonal gradation forces the viewer to focus on the psychological weight of the subject, rather than decorative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of German Expressionism, Beckmann often used his own likeness to explore themes of identity and existential anxiety. This print is a clear example of his ability to convey internal states through physical distortion and line work. The frontal orientation creates an immediate connection, stripping away any artifice. The house gable in the background serves as a grounding element, perhaps referencing the domestic sphere or the physical reality of the world he inhabited during a time of social upheaval. This work remains a significant example of early twentieth-century printmaking, demonstrating the capacity of drypoint to capture raw, human emotion through minimal means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627181445455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627181510991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627181609295,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627181642063,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627181707599,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Frontal-Self-Portrait-with-House-Gable-in-Background_Poster_CompositorV1_1788246105657.jpg?v=1788246479"},{"product_id":"the-duchess-illustration-for-chapter-two-max-beckmann-1","title":"The Duchess: Illustration for Chapter Two - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking drypoint etching by Max Beckmann, capturing the psychological tension and angular aesthetic of German Expressionism in the 1920s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint etching by Max Beckmann belongs to his graphic work from the early 1920s, a period when the artist focused on the social tensions and psychological anxieties of post-war Germany. The composition depicts two figures in a close, somewhat claustrophobic arrangement. Beckmann employs a jagged, angular line quality that is characteristic of his mature style, rejecting traditional notions of beauty in favour of a raw, unflinching observation of human interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe male figure, positioned to the left, displays a weary, heavy-set countenance, while the female figure, identified as the Duchess, leans toward him with a detached, almost mask-like expression. The use of drypoint allows for a velvety, burred line that adds depth to the shadows and texture to the figures. Beckmann often utilised such illustrations to accompany literary texts, using the medium to explore themes of power, desire, and the alienation of the individual within modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis approach to form is deliberately distorted, pushing the boundaries of anatomical accuracy to convey emotional weight. The lack of a defined background forces the viewer to focus entirely on the physical proximity and the psychological distance between the subjects. This work provides a clear example of the artist's ability to capture the stark reality of his subjects through minimal, yet highly expressive, mark-making. The print reflects the broader aesthetic of the Weimar era, where artists sought to strip away the artifice of the previous century to reveal the underlying tensions of their contemporary world. This piece remains a significant example of Beckmann's mastery of the etching needle, demonstrating his capacity to imbue a simple scene with a sense of unease and narrative ambiguity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627185934671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627186000207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627186098511,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627186131279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627186196815,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_-Illustration-for-Chapter-Two_Poster_CompositorV1_1788245857469.jpg?v=1788246682"},{"product_id":"the-duchess-illustration-for-chapter-five-max-beckmann","title":"The Duchess: Illustration for Chapter Five - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1922 drypoint etching by German Expressionist Max Beckmann, featuring angular figures and psychological tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint etching by Max Beckmann belongs to a series of illustrations created for the publication of 'Die Fürstin' (The Duchess), a novella by Kasimir Edschmid. Produced in 1922, the work captures the artist's characteristic approach to line and form during the Weimar period. Beckmann employs a jagged, angular style that distorts the human figure to convey psychological tension. The composition features two central figures, their faces rendered with heavy, expressive lines that suggest a sense of unease or detachment. A smaller, skeletal figure appears in the lower left, adding a macabre element that is common in Beckmann's graphic work from this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe etching technique allows for sharp, biting lines that define the contours of the subjects against the stark white of the paper. Beckmann avoids smooth transitions, opting instead for a dense network of cross-hatching to create shadow and volume. This method results in a raw, immediate quality that reflects the anxieties of post-war Germany. The figures occupy a compressed space, lacking traditional perspective, which forces the viewer to focus on the emotional weight of their expressions. The inclusion of the animalistic form in the upper right corner further complicates the narrative, introducing an element of the uncanny. This print is a clear example of Beckmann's mastery of the etching medium, where he uses the physical resistance of the metal plate to dictate the urgency of his mark-making. It remains a stark representation of the artist's ability to translate literary themes into a visual language of distortion and psychological depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627266281807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627266347343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627266445647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627266478415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627266543951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_-Illustration-for-Chapter-Five_Poster_CompositorV1_1788247040114.jpg?v=1788247375"},{"product_id":"the-duchess-illustration-for-chapter-three-max-beckmann","title":"The Duchess: Illustration for Chapter Three - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking drypoint print by Max Beckmann, featuring the angular, expressive lines characteristic of his early 1920s graphic work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint print by Max Beckmann belongs to a series of illustrations created for the publication of 'Die Herzogin' (The Duchess). Beckmann, a central figure in the German Expressionist movement, utilised the drypoint technique to achieve a raw, immediate quality in his line work. The burr created by the needle on the metal plate results in soft, velvety blacks that contrast with the stark white of the paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a fragmented interior space, typical of Beckmann's approach to spatial distortion. A profile of a figure occupies the left side, while a circular form, perhaps a mirror or a window, dominates the upper centre. The artist employs jagged, nervous lines to define the forms, creating a sense of psychological tension. The figure holds a small object, possibly a hand mirror, which adds to the enigmatic narrative of the scene. Beckmann often explored themes of alienation and the complexities of human identity, and this work reflects his ability to condense narrative weight into a sparse, graphic format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his later, more colourful paintings, this print relies entirely on the interplay of line and shadow. The economy of marks forces the viewer to focus on the distorted anatomy and the claustrophobic arrangement of the room. It is a characteristic example of his graphic output during the early 1920s, a period when he was refining his unique visual language. The print demonstrates his mastery of the medium, where every scratch and cross-hatched area contributes to the overall mood of unease. This piece offers a direct look into the artist's process, showing how he translated literary themes into his own distinct, angular aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627304194383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627304259919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627304358223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627304390991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627304456527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_-Illustration-for-Chapter-Three_Poster_CompositorV1_1788247040272.jpg?v=1788247492"},{"product_id":"the-duchess-second-illustration-for-chapter-one-max-beckmann","title":"The Duchess: Second Illustration for Chapter One - Max Beckmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stark, expressive drypoint print by Max Beckmann, created in 1922 as an illustration for the literary work 'Die Herzogin'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint print by Max Beckmann belongs to a series of illustrations created for the publication of 'Die Herzogin' (The Duchess), a literary work by Kasimir Edschmid. Produced in 1922, the work captures the raw, angular aesthetic that defined Beckmann's graphic output during the interwar period. The composition features distorted human figures, rendered with sharp, aggressive lines that emphasise the psychological tension inherent in the narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeckmann utilised the drypoint technique to achieve a specific quality of line. By scratching directly into the metal plate, he created burrs that hold ink in a way that produces soft, velvety edges alongside harsh, biting marks. This contrast contributes to the unsettling atmosphere of the scene. The figures appear compressed within the frame, their limbs elongated and postures twisted, reflecting the artist's interest in the human condition and the anxieties of the Weimar era. The lack of traditional perspective forces the viewer to focus on the physical interaction between the subjects, who seem caught in a moment of dramatic or existential crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a master of the print medium, Beckmann used these illustrations to extend the reach of his visual language beyond the canvas. The stark black ink against the cream paper provides a high-contrast visual experience, typical of the Expressionist movement's preference for emotional immediacy over naturalistic representation. This piece is a clear example of his ability to condense complex narrative themes into a singular, potent image. The work remains a significant example of early twentieth-century German graphic art, demonstrating the artist's technical skill and his capacity for conveying psychological depth through simplified, yet highly expressive, forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naakte-vrouw-nude-woman-meijer-bleekrode\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNaakte vrouw (Nude Woman) - Meijer Bleekrode — Meijer Bleekrode\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/blumen-auf-weiss-zyklamen-und-hyazinthe-gabriele-munter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBlumen auf Weiß (Zyklamen und Hyazinthe) - Gabriele Münter — Gabriele Münter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Max Beckmann","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627439755599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627439821135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627439919439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58627439952207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58627440017743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Duchess_-Second-Illustration-for-Chapter-One_Poster_CompositorV1_1788246711567.jpg?v=1788248891"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/max-beckmann.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}