Untitled [abstract forms] [verso]

1955-1967

Richard Diebenkorn

Associated Names
Richard Diebenkorn

Artist, American, 1922 - 1993

The image consists of abstract shapes and lines on a plain background. One shape resembles a circular form with a curved protrusion. Another shape is an elongated triangle with striped detailing. A third shape looks like a curled ribbon or piece of fabric. Additionally, there is a twisted and textured shape at the bottom right.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink and wash on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Phyllis Diebenkorn

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.2 x 35.6 cm (17 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2000.141.1011.b

  • Copyright

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

Associated Artworks

The image is an abstract line drawing of a human figure. The focus is on the upper body and part of the torso. The person appears to be in a reclined position, with one arm bent and resting above the head. The facial features are not detailed, with the head depicted only as a basic oval shape without distinct features or hair. The figure is not depicted with visible clothing, emphasizing the outline of the body's form using expressive and abstract lines. The drawing is created on a plain background, which is a blank or lightly tinted paper. There are no additional objects or elements depicted in the surroundings.

Untitled [study of a female torso] [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: 6133B (Estate no.)

Markings

Estate stamp

Wikidata ID

Q64628505

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