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Soccer Players, by Max Beckmann, oil, 1929

Soccer Players

Max Beckmann

1929

oil

canvas

From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister

Dominant colour

Overview

Soccer Players is a 1929 oil by Max Beckmann, held at Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.

Who painted this?
Max Beckmann
When & what style?
1929
Where can I see it?
Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister

About this work

This painting depicts a group of men engaged in a rugby match. The scene is set against a backdrop of a bridge and a blue sky with clouds. The players are dressed in dark and light uniforms, with some wearing hats. In the foreground, a player is shown holding a ball above his head. The painting features a mix of dark and light colors, with bold brushstrokes and geometric shapes. The overall mood of the painting is one of energy and movement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the works of Max Beckmann.

About the artist

Portrait of Max Beckmann
Artist

Max Beckmann

Max Carl Friedrich Beckmann (February 12, 1884 – December 27, 1950) was a German painter, draftsman, printmaker, sculptor, and writer.

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