A Day at the Races 1953

"A Day at the Races" is an abstract oil painting by Richard Diebenkorn created in 1953. It is considered part of the artist's "Ocean Park" series, known for its abstract landscapes and vibrant colors. The painting features a layered composition of geometric shapes and bold brushstrokes, with hues of yellow, red, blue, and purple dominating the canvas. Diebenkorn's "Ocean Park" series challenged traditional notions of landscape painting, abstracting elements of the California coastline through a personal and expressive style.