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The Beach, by Max Beckmann, oil, 1927

The Beach

Max Beckmann

1927

oil

canvas

From the collection of Städel Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

The Beach is a 1927 oil by Max Beckmann, held at Städel Museum.

Who painted this?
Max Beckmann
When & what style?
1927
Where can I see it?
Städel Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a lively beach scene, with several figures in various poses. In the foreground, a woman in a bathing suit is shown with her arms raised, holding a ball. Another woman is seen doing a handstand, while a man is depicted playing a musical instrument. The background of the painting features a serene beach landscape, with a calm sea and a clear sky. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of joy and relaxation, capturing the carefree spirit of a day at the beach. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up 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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