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Max Beckmann — Die Kriegserklärung (Hofmaier 78)
Max Beckmann

Die Kriegserklärung (Hofmaier 78)

Max Beckmann's 'Die Kriegserklärung' (The Declaration of War) is a significant work referencing conflict and political upheaval. The work reflects Beckmann's expressionist style and engagement with historical commentary.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Prints & Multiples

April 7, 2022

Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000

Lot 29

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Max Beckmann, Die Kriegserklärung (Hofmaier 78)

Max Beckmann's 'Die Kriegserklärung' (The Declaration of War) is a significant work referencing conflict and political upheaval. The work reflects Beckmann's expressionist style and engagement with historical commentary.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Dark, Dramatic, Bold, Political, Expressionism, Post-War, Modern, German, War, Figurative

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Cleveland Museum of Art, Art Institute of Chicago