Two Small Boats Docked, and Sketch of a Small Boat 

This ink drawing titled "Two Small Boats Docked, and Sketch of a Small Boat," is a sketch by Mark Rothko, a prominent American Abstract Expressionist painter. While Rothko is most recognized for his large-scale abstract paintings, this work showcases his early explorations of representational art. It depicts two small boats docked, one with detailed lines and the other with simplified strokes, suggesting a focus on capturing the essence of the subject rather than photorealistic accuracy. This sketch reflects Rothko's artistic evolution from realism to abstraction, a transition evident in his later work.