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"The Night"

Max Beckmann (i) - Oil On Canvas (i) - 133 x 153 cm - 1919 - (Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen (Düsseldorf, Germany)) (i) - Fauvism (i)
The Night , a powerful and thought-provoking painting by Max Beckmann , is an exemplary work of the post-World War I movement known as Neue Sachlichkeit or New Objectivity. Created between 1918 and 1919, this oil on canvas masterpiece is currently housed at the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Historical Context
Beckmann's experience during World War I significantly influenced his perspective on war and society. Initially, he believed that war could cleanse the individual and society, a common belief among Neue Sachlichkeit and Futurist artists. However, after witnessing widespread destruction and horror, Beckmann became disillusioned with war and rejected its supposed glory.
Style and Composition
The painting depicts three men invading a small, cramped room, instilling chaos and terror. A man is hanged by one intruder while another twists his arm. The woman, presumably the man's wife, is bound to a room support after having been raped. Beckmann masterfully employs color and form to amplify the subject matter's intensity. The painting is limited to brown tones and vibrant red shades, with a compositionally flat and stilted appearance, devoid of depth implementations.
Significance
The Night encapsulates Beckmann's disillusionment with the conflict's aftermath. The illogical composition relays post-war disillusionment and the artist's confusion over the "society he saw descending into madness." Although the painting does not directly depict a specific battle or war scene, it is considered one of the most poignant and seminal pieces of post-war art.
Legacy
Beckmann's work significantly influenced Expressionism and the development of modern art. His innovative use of color and form contributed to the evolution of the Expressionist movement in Germany. Today, his paintings are highly sought after by collectors and institutions worldwide, with many available as high-quality reproductions on canvas from esteemed online retailers like WahooArt.com. For further information on Max Beckmann's works and other Expressionist pieces, refer to: - Painting by 'Max Beckmann' | Max Beckmann:The Night (133 x 153 cm,Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen (Düsseldorf, Germany),Fauvism,Oil On Canvas,) - Painting by 'Georges Braque' | Georges Braque:Countryside at La Ciotat (38 x 46 cm,Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen (Düsseldorf, Germany),Fauvism,Oil On Canvas,) - Painting by 'Henri Matisse' | Henri Matisse:Midday Snack (also known as Golf of Saint-Tropez) (Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen (Düsseldorf, Germany),Fauvism,Oil On Canvas,) Max Beckmann's The Night is a powerful and thought-provoking piece that encapsulates the artist's disillusionment with the aftermath of World War I. As a seminal work of the Neue Sachlichkeit movement, it continues to inspire artists, collectors, and enthusiasts alike. To learn more about Max Beckmann and his extraordinary contributions to modern art, visit WahooArt.com today.

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Early Life and Artistic Development

Max Beckmann, a renowned German painter, draftsman, printmaker, sculptor, and writer, was born on February 12, 1884, in Leipzig, Saxony. His artistic journey began with academically correct depictions, which later transformed into distorted figures and spaces, reflecting his altered vision of humanity after serving as a medical orderly in World War I.

Artistic Style and Influences

Beckmann's style, rooted in the imagery of medieval stained glass, was influenced by various artists, including Cézanne, Van Gogh, Blake, Rembrandt, and Rubens. He also drew inspiration from Northern European artists of the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, such as Bosch, Bruegel, and Matthias Grünewald.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

* The Bark (acquired by the National Gallery in Berlin) * Self-Portrait in Tuxedo (purchased in 1928) * Retrospectives at the Städtische Kunsthalle Mannheim (1928) and in Basle and Zurich (1930)

Later Life and Exile

Beckmann's fortunes changed with the rise of Adolf Hitler, leading to his dismissal from the Art School in Frankfurt and the confiscation of over 500 of his works. He lived in self-imposed exile in Amsterdam for ten years, failing to obtain a visa for the United States.

Legacy

* Taught at the art schools of Washington University in St. Louis and the Brooklyn Museum * First retrospective in the United States took place in 1948 at the City Art Museum, Saint Louis * Max-Slevogt Galerie, Germany, features a collection of his works

Key Dates: * Born: February 12, 1884 * Died: December 27, 1950

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