Woman Seated with Legs Crossed, Reading 

This drawing by Mark Rothko depicts a woman seated with her legs crossed, reading. Created during Rothko's early career, the drawing showcases a gestural, expressive style that emphasizes the figure's posture and the act of reading. The minimal detail and fluid lines give the artwork a sense of dynamism and movement, capturing the essence of the subject rather than focusing on precise representation. This drawing exemplifies Rothko's early exploration of figurative work before he transitioned to the abstract color-field paintings he is known for.