Untitled (seated figure in interior) c. 1938

"Untitled (seated figure in interior)" is an early work by American abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko, created around 1938. The painting features a seated figure on the right, partially obscured by a window or doorway, looking at a brightly colored, abstract painting on the wall, which might be a representation of a mythical creature. The artwork is a departure from Rothko's later, more minimalist style, demonstrating his early experimentation with figuration, color, and form. This painting is a glimpse into Rothko's evolution as an artist, foreshadowing the dramatic color fields that would define his mature work.