Untitled [seated female nude with arms in lap] 1955 - 1967

Richard Diebenkorn's "Untitled [seated female nude with arms in lap]" is a black and white ink drawing created between 1955 and 1967. The artist, who is known for his gestural style and abstract expressionism, depicts a female nude seated with her arms resting in her lap, and the drawing is characterized by sweeping lines and a sense of immediacy. Diebenkorn's figure drawings are known for their focus on form and structure, and this work is a beautiful example of his ability to capture the human form in a dynamic and expressive way. This drawing is an important piece in Diebenkorn's artistic development as he experimented with different mediums and styles, often referencing the female nude figure in his works.