Untitled [side view of nude with her arms raised in surprise] 1955 - 1967

Richard Diebenkorn's "Untitled [side view of nude with her arms raised in surprise]" from 1955-1967 is a quick, gestural drawing of a nude female figure rendered in black ink on paper. The female figure is seen from the side, with her arms raised in a gesture of surprise. The drawing is characterized by Diebenkorn's signature loose, expressive lines, giving a sense of spontaneity and immediacy to the work. The artist's use of simple, minimal lines and a light touch contribute to the delicate and ethereal quality of the piece.