Transfer drawing for "Touched Red" 1991

"Transfer drawing for 'Touched Red'" is a 1991 graphite and wash on paper drawing by Richard Diebenkorn (1922-1993), created as a preparatory work for the 1991 oil painting "Touched Red". The work is a delicate, almost abstract study, with thin lines and light washes hinting at the composition of the final piece. Diebenkorn was known for his "Ocean Park" series, where he explored abstract landscapes and minimalist forms, and "Transfer drawing for 'Touched Red'" exemplifies this style. The drawing depicts a series of vertical lines and a slight, almost gestural curve, creating a sense of space and depth.