Seated Man in Overcoat and Hat Reading Book in Lap

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image is a sketch of a person seated in a relaxed position, leaning slightly forward and looking down at an open book they are holding. The person's facial features are loosely depicted with simple lines, wearing a brimmed hat that partially covers their head. The clothing is suggested with minimal lines, implying the person might be wearing a coat or jacket. The style is abstract with minimal detail. The background is plain with some scattered dots and discolorations on the paper, giving it a vintage look.
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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: 12.5 x 7.5 cm (4 15/16 x 2 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.336

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596196

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