Reclining Male and Seated Female [recto]

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image shows a line drawing of two reclining individuals in a relaxed pose. The individuals are unclothed and lying down. The forefront person is depicted lying on their side, propped up by their arm. Their facial features are simplified with closed eyes, an oval face, and short hair. Both individuals have loosely drawn arms and fingers, suggesting relaxation. The second person is positioned slightly behind, facing the first person. The background is minimalistic with a plain surface and abstract line patterns.
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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: 20.2 x 25.4 cm (7 15/16 x 10 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.132.a

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Associated Artworks

The image shows a line drawing of a partial figure of a person from the waist up. The person appears seated with one arm resting on their knee and the other arm extended. The facial features are minimally defined with a curved nose in a profile view, and the hairstyle features a hairband holding back short hair or a stylized wave. The clothing is suggested to be a simple short-sleeved garment, possibly a t-shirt or blouse. The background is mostly blank with light sketch marks, giving an unfinished or intentionally abstract impression. No jewelry or distinct objects are visible.

Figue Studies [verso]

Mark Rothko

1903

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595822

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