Standing Female Nude Facing Left 

This quick sketch of a female nude facing left is by Mark Rothko, a prominent Abstract Expressionist painter known for his large-scale color-field paintings. The sketch's loose, gestural lines and the artist's minimalist approach suggest a preliminary study for a larger artwork. This small-scale piece demonstrates Rothko's unique ability to capture form and emotion through a simple yet powerful drawing. Despite being a renowned colorist, Rothko's skill in drawing and sketching is evident in this work.