Two Figures behind a Railing, Room Interior with Beam [recto] 

This is a black and white drawing on paper by Mark Rothko, created sometime before his death in 1970. The drawing is divided into two sections. On the left, a simple composition depicting a room interior, likely sketched from observation. The lines are gestural and loose, conveying a sense of spatial depth. On the right side, two figures are positioned behind a railing, their forms are even more simplified, emphasizing volume rather than detail. This drawing demonstrates Rothko's artistic process, as he explores form and space through simple lines and minimal details, foreshadowing the minimalist style of his mature works.