Seated Figure Reading

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The sketch shows the upper body of a person seated in a chair, holding a drawing or writing board in front of them with one hand while the other hand is engaged in drawing or writing. The person's head is turned towards the board, and their hair is depicted flowing down around the neck. The clothing is suggested through flowing lines that extend over the chair, hinting at loose-fitting garments. No distinct jewelry or accessories are visible. The background appears to be plain paper with no detailing to suggest a specific setting.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    (drawing)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

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

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.414

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596290

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