Berkeley #13

"Berkeley #13" by Richard Diebenkorn exemplifies his transition from abstract expressionism to his signature abstract Ocean Park series. This painting features a harmonious interplay of geometric forms and lyrical brushwork on a canvas, capturing the shimmering light and open spaces characteristic of California. Diebenkorn’s mastery with oil paints creates a layered, luminous surface that evokes a sense of serenity and vastness. Known for his deeply lyrical abstractions, he remains one of the premier American painters of the postwar era, blending abstraction and representation seamlessly.