Untitled [side view of a nude female with her eyes closed] [verso]

1955-1967

Richard Diebenkorn

Associated Names
Richard Diebenkorn

Artist, American, 1922 - 1993

The image is a sketch of a person's partial side view, showcasing their upper body from the shoulders down to the hips. The person is depicted slightly hunched forward with one arm resting on their waist. Facial features are suggested with a few lines indicating the nose, mouth, and closed eye. Hair is shown short or tied back with loose lines for texture. No detailed clothing, jewelry, or objects are included. The background is plain with minimal shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    charcoal, lithographic crayon, graphite, and ink wash on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Phyllis Diebenkorn

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37.2 x 47 cm (14 5/8 x 18 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2000.141.721.b

  • Copyright

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

Associated Artworks

The image displays a collection of curved and angular lines intersecting variously, surrounded by large patches of dark and light areas, contributing to its abstract nature. The shapes formed by these lines may visually resemble a human figure, reminiscent of a torso or a side profile. The thick, dark brushstrokes can be associated with shadows or contrast, while the lighter, shaded areas bring to mind elements such as fabric or contour. Overall, the composition presents an abstract representation.

Untitled [side view of a female nude] [recto]

Richard Diebenkorn

1955

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: 6952 B (Estate no.)

Markings

Estate stamp

Wikidata ID

Q64628479

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