The artwork, titled “Poppies,” was created by Richard Diebenkorn in 1963 and belongs to the Expressionism art movement. It is a still life piece measuring 101.6 x 76.2 cm. The painting visually captures a simplistic yet profound depiction of poppies.
In the artwork, a few vibrant yellow-orange poppies are placed in a clear glass set against a predominantly dark-colored background. The table or surface on which the glass rests is treated with a deep, muted tone, providing a stark contrast that accentuates the brightness of the flowers. The backdrop features vertical streaks of red, white, and blue, adding an element of abstraction and color harmony to the composition. The overall scene is rendered in a loose, expressive style, characteristic of Diebenkorn’s approach during this period.
