Study of Five Heads [recto]

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image shows abstract shapes and lines. In the center are swirling cloud-like forms in soft blue and purple. These forms resemble faces or masks. Below them are bold strokes of red and blue suggesting a striped fabric. The background has angular lines and muted tones, adding depth to the composition.
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The image shows a drawing of a person with their upper body visible. The individual is seated with a slightly hunched posture, leaning their head on their left hand, and their gaze is directed downwards. The person's facial features are outlined, with short or medium-length hair framing their face. They are wearing a long-sleeved garment and holding a piece of paper or a book in their right hand, resting on their lap. The background is plain with marks and smudges visible on the paper.

Woman Seated in a Chair [verso]

Mark Rothko

1903

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596359

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