Outdoor Scene with Picket Fence 

"Outdoor Scene with Picket Fence" is a small, intimate drawing by the American abstract expressionist artist Mark Rothko. Created with simple lines, it depicts an outdoor scene with a fence and possibly a tree in the background. This sketch is a rare example of Rothko's early work in the style of landscape, a contrast to the abstract color-field works that would later define his career. It demonstrates his interest in the natural world, even in his nascent years as an artist. This drawing, measuring only 4 x 6 inches, allows for an up-close view of Rothko’s creative process.