Seated Woman with Legs Extended and Hands Clasped in Lap 

This pencil sketch by Mark Rothko, the famous Abstract Expressionist painter, depicts a seated woman with her legs extended and hands clasped in her lap. The drawing demonstrates Rothko's early exploration of human forms and his distinctive use of line and shadow. The simplicity of the figure and the minimal background highlight the artist's interest in conveying emotion and presence through a pared-down aesthetic. This drawing is a testament to Rothko's early artistic development and his profound understanding of form and composition.