Study of Standing Female Nude [verso]

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

This is a drawing of an abstract figure. The image consists of a minimalist line drawing depicting an abstract form resembling a human silhouette. The lines are simple yet eloquent, with graceful curves suggesting movement. The background is plain, allowing the focus to remain on the expressive line work. The use of line weight and curvature conveys a sense of dynamism and energy, capturing the essence of motion in an abstract way. The overall composition is delicate, giving the drawing an ethereal quality.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    (drawing)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 21.6 cm (11 x 8 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.371.b

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Associated Artworks

The image shows a person striking a pose with one arm raised and bent at the elbow, while the other arm is placed casually on the hip. The figure stands with weight balanced on one leg. The facial features are minimal and stylized, with a defined jawline and slightly upturned, closed eyes. The individual has short, wavy hair. The clothing is abstract, suggested with shaded areas. The background is a plain, light-colored paper with no additional details.

Standing Female Nude Facing Left [recto]

Mark Rothko

1903

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596242

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