Standing Female with Arms Clasped Behind Back 

This graphite drawing by American artist Mark Rothko, known for his abstract expressionist paintings, depicts a standing female figure. The loose, gestural lines and minimal detail characteristic of Rothko's early work are evident in the figure's form. The artist's signature use of shading and emphasis on the figure's posture convey a sense of introspection and quiet contemplation. This drawing offers a glimpse into Rothko's artistic development before he embraced his iconic color-field paintings.