Stadtansicht mit Eisernem Steg. 1923.
Drypoint.
Hofmaier 287 B (of B). Signed and barely legibly numbered. From an edition of 60 copies. On creme laid paper (with watermark "BSB"). 21.7 x 27.8 cm (8.5 x 10.9 in). Sheet: 41,5 x 53.5 cm (16,3 x 21 in).
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• The Frankfurt years (1915-1937) are regarded an important creative period: Beckmann found his characteristic style in the metropolis on the Main.
• In the 1920s, the "Eiserne Steg", a bridge built over the Main in Frankfurt in 1869, inspired Beckmann twice: In addition to "Stadtansicht mit Eisernem Steg", he also made the famous cityscape "Große Brücke" (1922, Hofmaier 243).
• Rare. Only 6 other prints have been offered on the international auction market (www.artprice.com).
• Part of the Ahlers Collection for 50 years.

PROVENANCE: Corporate Collection Ahlers AG, Herford (since 1973, Hauswedell & Nolte, June 14, 1973, lot 127).

EXHIBITION: Hauswedell & Nolte, Hamburg, 193rd auction, June 14, 1973, lot 127 (illu. p. 48).
Blaues Land und Großstadtlärm - Ein expressionistischer Spaziergang durch Kunst und Literatur, Franz Marc Museum, Kochel am See, April 30 - October 3, 2017, p. 152 (no illu.).

In good condition. Broad margin with isolated traces of thumbing and rubbing. Right edge slightly squeezed in places. Minimally discolored.