Beckmann, Max (1884-1950), a German artist, became known for his expressionistic images of brutality and terror. Beckmann's works exhibit a harsh yet precise representation of the external world. At the same time, he distorted reality to intensify the symbolic content and emotional impact of his paintings. Beckmann's most significant works include a number of self-portraits and a series of triptychs, which are paintings made up of three connecting panels.