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Max Beckmann — Bordell in Gent (Brothel in Ghent) (H. 85)
Max Beckmann

Bordell in Gent (Brothel in Ghent) (H. 85)

Max Beckmann's drypoint depicting a brothel scene in Ghent with expressionist intensity. The work reflects Beckmann's interest in urban life and social commentary through sharp, angular linework.

Medium
Drypoint, on laid Van Gelder Zonen paper, with margins.
Spotted At
Auction House · Phillips

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April 20, 2021

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Max Beckmann, Bordell in Gent (Brothel in Ghent) (H. 85)

Max Beckmann's drypoint depicting a brothel scene in Ghent with expressionist intensity. The work reflects Beckmann's interest in urban life and social commentary through sharp, angular linework.

Medium
Drypoint, on laid Van Gelder Zonen paper, with margins.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Dark, 20th Century, Figure Study, Brothel, Interior Scene, Figure, Expressionism, Printmaking, Post-War, Social Commentary, Max Beckmann, Urban, German, Black and White, Drypoint

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Cleveland Museum of Art, Art Institute of Chicago