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Figures Standing Near a Door

Mark Rothko

Associated Names

Mark Rothko

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

The image contains fluid, overlapping shapes and lines creating an abstract scene. In the center are vertical and horizontal lines hinting at arches or windows. Below, a mix of dark and muted colors forms elongated, amorphous figures on a surface resembling a sidewalk. The shapes could be interpreted as silhouetted pedestrians or mannequins in hats and suits. The abstract scene gives the impression of a bustling environment, reminiscent of a busy urban street.

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Artwork overview

Medium

(drawing)
Credit Line

Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.
Accession Number

1986.56.487
Copyright

Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596375

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