Souvenir of Chicago

Max Beckmann

Created:

Movement:

1933

Expressionism

key Notes:

Urban alienation, Expressionist symbolism.

Dimensions:

30 1/4 x 40 1/4 in. (76.8 x 102.2 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Souvenir of Chicago," painted by Max Beckmann in 1918, reflects the artist's experiences during his visit to the city, capturing the vibrant and tumultuous atmosphere of post-World War I America. The work is notable for its bold colors and dynamic composition, which exemplify Beckmann's expressionist style and his engagement with themes of modernity and urban life.

Description of the work:

"Souvenir of Chicago" by Max Beckmann is a 1910 oil on canvas that features a dynamic composition characterized by bold colors and expressive forms. The painting depicts a fragmented urban landscape, integrating elements of both abstraction and figuration, with a prominent use of geometric shapes and a vivid palette that reflects the artist's response to the modernity of the city.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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