#5

1978

Richard Diebenkorn

Associated Names
Richard Diebenkorn

Artist, American, 1922 - 1993

The image displays an abstract composition of geometric shapes such as elongated ovals, circles, and rectangles intricately arranged within a defined rectangular space. Thin lines crisscross the surface, creating a grid-like pattern within the design. Ovals, circles, and rectangles are scattered throughout the rectangle, with some shapes resembling pebbles or bubbles. The layout appears sparse and simplistic, resembling a floor plan or jigsaw puzzle, encouraging viewers to find context within the abstraction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    softground etching with scraping and burnishing in black on Rives heavyweight buff paper

  • Credit Line

    Eugene L. and Marie-Louise Garbáty Fund and Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 44.1 x 32.1 cm (17 3/8 x 12 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 101.6 x 66 cm (40 x 26 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1996.77.25

  • Series Title

    Six Softgrounds

  • Copyright

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

Associated Artworks

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The image shows intersecting lines and shapes forming an abstract composition in the center of a large, blank canvas. The shapes include a curved line resembling a river and oval forms. The design gives an architectural feel, evoking a blueprint or modern map.

#1

Richard Diebenkorn

1978

Six Softgrounds

Richard Diebenkorn

1978

The image features a collection of lines and shapes within a rectangular frame. Several circles and ovoid forms are distributed irregularly throughout the composition.

#2

Richard Diebenkorn

1978

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

along bottom edge in graphite: OK to print #5 RD78

Wikidata ID

Q75403240

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