Untitled (sculptress) 1934 - 1935

"Untitled (Sculptress)" is a 1934-1935 oil painting by Mark Rothko. It depicts a woman, likely a sculptor, seated in a chair and working on a piece of art. The figure is rendered in a semi-abstract style, with loose brushstrokes and a focus on color and form. This early work by Rothko showcases his development as an artist, moving away from representational styles towards a more abstract approach that would come to define his later career. The painting's simplified forms and expressive colors foreshadow his iconic color field paintings.