The artwork, titled “Seated Woman,” was created by Richard Diebenkorn in 1967. Rendered in oil on canvas, this piece measures 146.7 by 156.8 cm and belongs to the Expressionism art movement. It is categorized as a portrait and is currently housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, USA.
The artwork depicts a woman seated in a contemplative pose, her body angled to the right. She is attired in a dark green dress that contrasts starkly with the chair she occupies, which is painted in shades of blue and brown. The background features a blend of muted and vibrant colors, with the left side being a warm brown and the right side presenting a more dynamic composition with abstract forms in blue and green. The woman’s face and arms are painted in a simplified, almost abstract manner, consistent with the Expressionist style. The overall mood conveyed by the artwork is one of introspection and calm, enhanced by the harmonious and thoughtfully selected color palette.
