Side View of Seated Nude Turned to the Left, Head Turned to Viewer 

This graphite drawing by Mark Rothko depicts a nude female figure in a seated pose. The figure is rendered in a gestural style, emphasizing the artist's quick and expressive strokes. The subject's head is turned towards the viewer, creating a sense of intimacy, while the figure's overall pose is both relaxed and suggestive. While Rothko is more commonly associated with Abstract Expressionism, this drawing demonstrates his earlier exploration of figurative subjects, offering a glimpse into his artistic development.