Sketchbook

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The drawing depicts a person lying down with their entire body visible, taking up nearly the full page of the sketchbook. They are in a relaxed position, lying on their back with one arm bent and resting near their face, the other arm crossing their body. The person's facial features are sketched with closed eyes and a calm expression, while their hair is dark and styled loosely around their head. Their attire consists of loose-fitting clothing, with sleeves suggesting a long-sleeved top. The figure seems to be resting on a bed or couch, surrounded by what appear to be pillows. The background of the image is plain, consisting of the blank pages of the sketchbook, with the spiral binding of the book visible on the right edge.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    sketchbook with 27 drawings on 20 sheets of paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.644.16

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing featuring two abstract figures. One figure appears to be reclining, while the other is seated. Both figures are depicted in a loose and expressive style with simplified forms and lack detailed features. The drawing includes cross-hatching and heavy line work for shadow and form. In the background, there is a stylized depiction of an object reminiscent of a lamp or device. The scene is set on an off-white or beige background.

Sketchbook

Mark Rothko

1903

This is a photograph of a sketchbook cover. The image shows a spiral-bound sketchbook with a brown cover. On the cover, there is a red paper label with white text that says "GYRAL Sketch Book." The label has a decorative white border and appears slightly worn, with parts of it missing, particularly on the right side where the edge is torn and rugged. The brown cover of the sketchbook has a simple and vintage appearance, with some small marks or stains visible.

Sketchbook

Mark Rothko

1903

The image includes bold, angular lines and geometric shapes creating an abstract composition. Line work forms a large triangular shape in the center, with scribbled curves in the lower right corner and rectangular blocks near the center. The lines and shapes together suggest an abstract, architectural scene.

Sketchbook

Mark Rothko

1903

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596694

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