Untitled [three studies: head of a man playing a wind instrument] [verso] 1955 - 1967

This Untitled drawing by Richard Diebenkorn is a study of three men, each depicted in profile playing a wind instrument. Diebenkorn is known for his abstract expressionist paintings, and this drawing demonstrates his interest in capturing the human form through gestural lines. The work, created between 1955 and 1967, is characteristic of his early exploration of figuration and gestural line. Though the figures are simple and incomplete, they evoke a sense of movement and energy. The drawing suggests a moment of musical performance, highlighting the artist's interest in capturing the human form in action. The use of graphite and wash on paper adds a sense of depth and texture to the composition.