Untitled [standing nude holding a support with her left hand] [verso] 1955 - 1967

Richard Diebenkorn created this untitled drawing with graphite on paper. At first glance, the faint lines might appear almost ghostlike, emerging from the stark white background to suggest a figure. Consider the composition; the figure is not boldly outlined but rather implied through a delicate network of lines. Notice how Diebenkorn uses the bare minimum of strokes to define the contours of the body, inviting our eyes to complete the form. The negative space becomes as crucial as the drawn lines, creating a play between presence and absence. This minimalist approach aligns with the broader artistic interest in paring down representation to its essential elements. Diebenkorn invites us to question our assumptions about form and figure, challenging us to look beyond the surface and to engage in a dialogue with the artwork. In its incompleteness, this drawing opens up possibilities for interpretation, reflecting a shift towards more fluid and subjective modes of seeing and understanding.