Sinking of the Titanic (1912–13)
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Max Beckmann's painting titled "Sinking of the Titanic" (1912–1913) captures the harrowing moments following the infamous maritime disaster that occurred on April 15, 1912. Beckmann's expressionistic style vividly renders the chaos and desperation of the survivors as they struggle in the icy waters of the North Atlantic. The painting is filled with an array of frantic activity; lifeboats crowded with passengers cling onto hope amidst the tumultuous sea. In the background, the partially submerged Titanic looms, its lights still dimly glowing, contrasting starkly with the dark, violent ocean waves.This piece is a powerful portrayal of human vulnerability and resilience in the face of overwhelming catastrophe. As a German painter known for his raw, emotionally intense work, Beckmann uses swirling brush strokes and a moody color palette to emphasize the dramatic urgency of the scene. The tempestuous sea and the pained expressions of the figures enhance the painting's dramatic impact, inviting viewers to contemplate not only the tragic event itself but also the broader human condition.
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Actors, cabaret singers, heroes and thugs in a harsh postwar urban life by German artist Max Beckmann (1884-1950). His paintings show boldness, lust, and pain through delineated figures. The Nazi rule forced Beckmann to resign as an art professor and declared his artworks as degenerate. He later left for America where he lived in exile, yet remained active as an artist.