(Untitled)

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

Artist, American, born Russia (now Latvia), 1903 - 1970

The image depicts two individuals in an intimate pose, with most of their upper bodies prominently displayed. One person is seated, holding another individual on their lap. Both individuals have their eyes closed and appear calm. The person being held has short, slightly tousled hair, while the seated individual also has short hair. The clothing depicted is abstractly painted, suggesting formal or semi-formal attire with darker tones. They are closely embraced with the seated person’s arm around the lap-sitter. In the background, there is a textured surface with brush-stroked patterns, possibly indicating a neutral environment.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    (drawing)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 25.3 x 20.3 cm (9 15/16 x 8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.312

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596168

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