Seated Woman with Hands on Knees 

This is a black ink drawing by Mark Rothko, depicting a woman seated with her hands resting on her knees. Though Rothko is best known for his abstract color-field paintings, his earlier works, such as this one, demonstrate his artistic evolution. The gestural lines and simplified forms of this drawing reflect the influence of Expressionism and Cubism, showcasing his engagement with the human figure in a raw, unidealized manner.