Mark Rothko
1903–1970 · American · 10 artworks
Abstract ExpressionismColor Field PaintingColor fieldsThin layers of paintSoft, blurred edgesLarge scaleEmotional expression through color
artist bio
Mark Rothko was a Latvian-born American painter known for his abstract expressionist color field paintings. His works are characterized by large, luminous rectangles of color that evoke contemplation and emotional response.
what you'll learn
Studying Rothko's work allows students to explore the power of color and form to convey emotion and meaning, moving beyond representational art. Students can also learn about the development of abstract art and its philosophical underpinnings.
related: Clyfford Still, Adolph Gottlieb
