Untitled
1923
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1923
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 1923 ink by Max Beckmann, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This sketch shows a person sitting on a chair, brushing their hair with one hand while holding a brush. Their back faces us, and you can see a mirror on the wall reflecting their face. The lines are loose and quick, with some shading to show shape. The artist used a simple tool called drypoint—think of it like scratching into a metal plate to make marks. This method gives the drawing its rough, sketchy look. Next, check out Max Beckmann to see how he used this style in other works.
