Untitled [seated female nude holding an object] 1955 - 1967

This untitled drawing from 1955 to 1967 by Richard Diebenkorn is a study in line and form. It depicts a seated female nude, rendered with a gestural and expressive style. The artist's use of layered, cross-hatched pencil strokes creates a sense of depth and volume, as well as a palpable energy. The figure is simplified, with the focus on capturing the essence of the pose rather than precise anatomical detail. This work demonstrates Diebenkorn's exploration of figure drawing during this period, before his later focus on landscape and abstract painting.