Abstraction

c. 1944/1946

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image features intersecting shapes and lines, creating an abstract composition. In the center, there is a humanoid form with a large oval head filled with swirling lines and patches of color, reminiscent of a face. The form has an upper body adorned with circular shapes and sits atop a broad, patterned base. The surrounding space is filled with patches of green and pink hues, interspersed with linear elements. Certain lines and strokes throughout the image mimic fish or eye motifs, adding a surreal quality.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and black ink, and brush and black ink over graphite on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Mark Rothko Foundation, Inc.

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37.7 x 53 cm (14 13/16 x 20 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.43.231

  • Copyright

    Copyright © 2005 Kate Rothko Prizel and Christopher Rothko

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595523

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