Mark Rothko's iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of 20th-century abstract expressionism. This collection presents 50 large-scale artworks from his color field period (1949–1970) alongside essays by Rothko's son, Christopher Rothko, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art curator of painting and sculpture Janet Bishop.
Foreword by Christopher Rothko, Contributions by Janet Bishop
Mark Rothko's iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of 20th-century abstract expressionism. This collection presents 50 large-scale artworks from the American master's color field period (1949–1970) alongside essays by Rothko's son, Christopher Rothko, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art curator of painting and sculpture Janet Bishop. Featuring illuminating details about Rothko's life, influences, and legacy, and brimming with the emotional power and expressive color of his groundbreaking canvases, this essential volume brings the renowned artist's luminous work to light for both longtime Rothko fans and those discovering his work for the very first time. A textured case and large-scale tip-on on the front cover round out this sumptuous package.
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| Description | Foreword by Christopher Rothko, Contributions by Janet Bishop Mark Rothko's iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of 20th-century abstract expressionism. This collection presents 50 large-scale artworks from the American master's color field period (1949–1970) alongside essays by Rothko's son, Christopher Rothko, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art curator of painting and sculpture Janet Bishop. Featuring illuminating details about Rothko's life, influences, and legacy, and brimming with the emotional power and expressive color of his groundbreaking canvases, this essential volume brings the renowned artist's luminous work to light for both longtime Rothko fans and those discovering his work for the very first time. A textured case and large-scale tip-on on the front cover round out this sumptuous package.
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| Artist | Mark Rothko |
| Art Style | Modern |
