Standing Female Nude, Eyes Cast Down to Left

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image shows a sketch of a standing person facing slightly to the side with a relaxed posture. The person's facial features are minimally detailed with closed eyes, a subtle smile, and basic lines for the nose and mouth. The hair is short, slightly wavy, and extends to the neck. The person is drawn nude, highlighting the natural curves and shapes of the body. The background is a blank, light-colored canvas with splotches of color and marks.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 27.9 x 21.5 cm (11 x 8 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.373

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596244

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