Untitled [two standing female nudes]

1955-1967

Richard Diebenkorn

Associated Names
Richard Diebenkorn

Artist, American, 1922 - 1993

The image depicts a charcoal drawing of two nude figures from behind, extending from their shoulders to their knees. The figure on the left is positioned in a three-quarters view, facing slightly toward the right figure, with their head slightly turned and tilted forward. The other figure is drawn in a frontal position with their back to the viewer. Both figures lack detailed facial features, and the hair is suggested with a loose, sketchy style. The background consists of varying shades of charcoal, creating a contrast between the figures and their surroundings, with dark areas framing the figures and lighter areas around them. There is no additional jewelry or objects visible, contributing to the focus on the human form and austere surroundings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    charcoal and brush and black ink on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Phyllis Diebenkorn

  • Dimensions

    overall: 63.5 x 48.1 cm (25 x 18 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2000.141.739

  • Copyright

    © Richard Diebenkorn Foundation / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

by descent to Phyllis Diebenkorn, the artist's wife, Healdsburg, CA; gift to NGA, 2000.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right verso in graphite: 6998 (Estate no.)

Markings

Estate stamp

Wikidata ID

Q64627908

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