Seated Nude in Straight Back Chair

markrothko

drawing

imaginative character sketch

light pencil work

ink drawing

pen sketch

personal sketchbook

idea generation sketch

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

"Seated Nude in Straight Back Chair" is a simple black ink drawing by American abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko. The drawing depicts a nude female figure seated in a chair, with her arms resting on the back. The style is characterized by gestural lines and a focus on form and silhouette, which is typical of Rothko's earlier works before he transitioned to abstract paintings. This drawing highlights Rothko's artistic development, showcasing his early exploration of figure and form.