Seated Woman (Portrait of Elizabeth?) (recto) 1946

"Seated Woman (Portrait of Elizabeth?)" is a pencil drawing on paper by American abstract expressionist artist Franz Kline, created in 1946. This delicate work on paper captures a seated figure, possibly a portrait of Elizabeth, in Kline's signature style. The drawing is characterized by light, gestural lines and soft shading, showcasing the artist's exploration of figurative representation within the framework of abstraction. This drawing provides a fascinating glimpse into Kline's artistic development, as it precedes his more iconic black-and-white abstract paintings.