Figures Walking in an Urban Landscape [recto]

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image is an abstract composition of various shapes and lines. The upper part features curved and rectangular shapes in an earthy yellow tone. Below, elongated figures that resemble human silhouettes are interconnected. The background is a mix of muted colors, including browns, greens, and reds. On the right side, a form reminiscent of a robed figure stands next to a small shape resembling a pet or animal.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    (drawing)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.7 x 23.3 cm (12 1/16 x 9 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.56.508.a

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Associated Artworks

The image shows a sketch viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. It includes simple architectural elements like arches and a curved rooftop outline, suggesting a building structure. The lines are drawn in pencil with a loose, sketch-like quality. The color palette is mostly natural tan with faint graphite pencil traces. The artwork has smudges and intentional markings for texture.

Urban Landscape [verso]

Mark Rothko

1903

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64596404

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