Landscape [verso]

c. 1925

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image displays an abstract artwork with loosely defined shapes and lines in a mix of vibrant colors blending together. The colors include green, yellow, blue, brown, and reddish hues. The composition could be interpreted as resembling a landscape with elements such as grass, water, sunlit paths, and earth. The soft edges and amorphous forms in the painting convey a sense of movement and an impression of nature seen from a distance.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.7 x 55.9 cm (15 1/4 x 22 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.43.205.b

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Associated Artworks

The image is a landscape view with a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon line is positioned towards the upper section of the artwork. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, with a noticeable fluidity and a variety of textures. Close to us, there are hints of vegetation with varying shades of green and yellow, interspersed with patches of earthy browns and muted pinks. The middle section displays a blend of reds and greens, representing foliage. In the distance, the landscape fades into softer hues, with hints of teal and blue adding a contrast to the warmer colors. The overall color palette combines soft pastels with bursts of more vibrant tones.

Landscape with Trees and Hills [recto]

Mark Rothko

1929

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595467

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