Half-Length Portrait of a Woman Seated in an Upholstered Chair 

This simple yet expressive pen-and-ink drawing, created by Mark Rothko, depicts a woman seated in a chair. The subject's posture and facial expression convey a sense of contemplation and introspective thought, typical of Rothko's work. The artist's use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and volume, while the minimalist composition focuses attention on the figure. While not as well known as his later abstract works, this sketch provides insight into Rothko's early exploration of human form and emotion.