Alligators in a Pool

Mark Rothko

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Mark Rothko

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

This is a painting of two crocodiles in a stylized environment. The painting features two crocodiles positioned closely together, depicted with greyish tones and adorned with black spots. They are set against a vibrant backdrop divided into broad color blocks, with a greenish hue suggesting water in the foreground. The background comprises warm tones of red, yellow, and a hint of brown. To the upper right, a series of brown vertical strokes may denote a fence or barrier. The perspective has a naïve, somewhat abstract quality, focusing on basic shapes and bold colors to convey the scene.
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Q64596072

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