Untitled [woman in a v-neck shirt] 1955 - 1967

This untitled drawing by Richard Diebenkorn, created between 1955 and 1967, depicts a woman’s profile in a simple v-neck shirt. Using charcoal on paper, Diebenkorn captures the essence of the subject with gestural lines that suggest both the figure's form and the artist's quick strokes. The artwork exemplifies Diebenkorn's fascination with capturing the human figure through expressive linework, a key element of his early style that evolved into his renowned abstract landscapes. This piece serves as a captivating example of Diebenkorn’s early artistic development and his ability to imbue even simple sketches with a powerful emotional presence.