Seated Woman Wearing Checked Top

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image is a line drawing of a person from the upper half of their body. The person is seated with a relaxed posture, their upper body slightly turned to one side. The face has stylized features, a prominent nose, and closed lips. The hair is depicted with a simple outline close to the head. The clothing has a checkered pattern, possibly sleeveless, with folded hands across the lap. No jewelry or objects are visible. In the background, there is a faint outline of a chair or seat. The drawing has a plain, light-colored background with minimal details.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 15.3 x 22.8 cm (6 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.100

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595787

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