Seated Black Girl c. 1930

"Seated Black Girl," created around 1930, is a watercolor painting by Mark Rothko, a prominent figure in Abstract Expressionism. The work depicts a seated Black girl in a loose, gestural style, characteristic of Rothko's early work. The figure is rendered in broad strokes of color, with a focus on form and composition rather than precise detail. The painting reflects Rothko's exploration of human form and the emotional impact of color, foreshadowing his later minimalist style.