Berkeley #23

"Berkeley #23" by Richard Diebenkorn exemplifies his transition from the abstract expressionism movement to his signature abstract style within the Ocean Park series. Created on a canvas, the painting showcases Diebenkorn’s mastery of oil paints, emphasizing lyrical, geometric forms that evoke the wide-open spaces and shimmering California light praised by art critic Michael Kimmelman. This work reflects his deep connection to California’s landscapes and his innovative exploration of lyrical abstraction, establishing him as one of the premier postwar American painters.