Der Traum I (Totenklage)
$500
MAX BECKMANN (1884-1950)
Der Traum I (Totenklage)
drypoint
1923-24
on wove paper
signed in pencil, titled and inscribed Totenklage (Probedruck) and dated 23
a very fine, early proof impression, printing with much burr and a subtle plate tone
one of a small number of trial proofs, Hofmaier's state A (of B.d.)
before the edition of ten impressions on Japan paper and approximately 25 on wove paper
probably the full sheet, a deckle edge above
very pale staining in the margins, otherwise in good condition
Plate 46,1 x 21,4 cm. (18 1⁄8 x 8 3⁄8 in.)
Sheet 62,1 x 36 cm. (24 3⁄8 x 14 1⁄8 in.)