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Abstraction

c. 1944

Mark Rothko

Associated Names

Mark Rothko

Artist, American, born Russia (now Latvia), 1903 - 1970

The image shows wavy and curved lines across the canvas, creating an abstract composition. A triangular shape with contrasting colors and textures is located at the top left and bottom right corners. Spiral patterns are present in the lower section of the artwork. The lines and shapes form a dynamic arrangement, invoking elements from nature such as waves, mountains, and organic forms.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and black ink, watercolor, and gouache on wove paper
Credit Line

Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.
Dimensions

overall: 53.3 x 37.9 cm (21 x 14 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1986.43.176
Copyright

Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595392

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