Standing Female Nude Facing Left, Hands Clasped Behind Back 

This graphite drawing by Mark Rothko depicts a standing female nude, drawn in a simple, gestural style. The figure is shown from the side, facing left, with her hands clasped behind her back. The artist's focus on the form of the body and its relationship to the space around it is evident, creating a sense of movement and presence within the composition. The artist is well known for his abstract paintings, but he produced a number of figure drawings throughout his career. This drawing shows the artist exploring his fascination with the human figure and the interplay of light and shadow.