Seated Woman in Long Dress, Hands Clasped in Lap

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image is a charcoal sketch on paper depicting an abstract representation of a seated person. The person is shown in profile from the side, with their torso leaning forward and their legs pulled in, appearing to be almost in a crouching position. The facial features are minimally detailed, but the outline suggests a downward gaze. The hair is short and sketched with light strokes. The clothing appears to be a loose dress or gown, depicted with shading to suggest folds and drapery. The person does not hold any visible objects, and there is no indication of jewelry. The background is plain, with no additional elements or scenery, emphasizing the figure itself.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    (drawing)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.4 x 21.6 cm (11 15/16 x 8 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.409

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596284

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