Study of a Tree 

This pen and ink drawing, "Study of a Tree" by abstract expressionist artist Mark Rothko, depicts a simplified, yet powerful, representation of a tree. The artist uses a loose and gestural style to capture the essence of the tree's form, focusing on the trunk and branches, creating a dynamic sense of movement. The drawing is characteristic of Rothko's early work, which often explored themes of nature and the human condition, later developing into the signature color field compositions.