Sketch of a Woman's Face and a Leaf [recto] 

This sketch by Mark Rothko, known for his abstract color-field paintings, is an early example of his artistic development. The simple, expressive lines of the woman’s face and the leaf demonstrate his interest in capturing the essence of form. Though not a finished work, the sketch reveals Rothko's early exploration of both the human figure and organic shapes, prefiguring his later abstract works.