Standing Female Nude Turned to the Right, Arms Raised to Head 

This pencil drawing by Mark Rothko, known for his abstract expressionist work, depicts a female nude. Executed with delicate lines, the work showcases the artist's interest in the human figure, a theme he explored in his early career before transitioning to abstract painting. The minimalist approach and gestural lines create a sense of immediacy and informality, contrasting with the more abstract works for which Rothko is celebrated. The drawing provides an intimate glimpse into the artist's process and his initial interest in figuration.