The artwork, titled “Ocean Park #21,” was created by Richard Diebenkorn in 1969. It is an oil painting on canvas, measuring 236.2 x 205.7 cm, and is classified as part of the Color Field Painting movement. This piece belongs to the abstract genre and is a part of Diebenkorn’s “Ocean Park” series, which spans from 1968 to 1985.
Engaging with the artwork, one observes a composition characterized by bold, geometric shapes intricately arranged to create an intricate spatial dynamic. The painting features a serene palette dominated by soft hues of yellow, blue, and pink, punctuated by more intense elements such as vibrant yellow and a subtle red stripe along one edge. Lines and angles intersect in a harmonious yet complex manner, evoking a sense of structural balance and serene contemplation. The overall abstraction and harmonious color fields invite viewers to explore both surface and depth, capturing the essence of the Ocean Park series’ meditative abstraction.
