Large Still Life 1966

Richard Diebenkorn's "Large Still Life" (1966), a large-scale oil on canvas, exemplifies his signature "Ocean Park" style. This artwork features a simplified, geometric composition, characterized by flat planes of color, and minimal details. The painting depicts a tabletop scene with objects such as books, papers, and a single inkwell, all rendered with a sense of abstraction. Diebenkorn's use of color, particularly the contrasting blue background and pink tabletop, adds to the visual depth and creates a sense of balance. The inclusion of the abstract pattern in the background reinforces the painting's focus on the interplay between color, form, and spatial relationships. This piece, currently on display at MoMA, provides a glimpse into Diebenkorn's later work, which embraced a more abstract approach to painting.