Memorial Services for the Good King Laudamus
1923
Max Beckmann’s jagged, nervous lines turn a solemn funeral into a scene of sharp-edged caricature, typical of his Expressionist style. In this 1923 print, mourners with elongated noses and stiff suits gather around, looking more anxious than sad. A spotted dog lounges casually in the foreground, seemingly unbothered by the gravity of the 'Memorial Services for the Good King Laudamus.' This piece comes from his famous 'Day and Dream' portfolio, capturing the weird, anxious energy of the Weimar Republic where traditional mourning feels almost like a theatrical performance.
- Technique
- drypoint
- Material
- paper
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