Untitled [Stage Set with Figures]

1937/1939

Mark Rothko

Associated Names
Mark Rothko

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

The image features angular and jagged shapes against a dark background. The lines intersect and lead the eye through the composition. The piece has an abstract quality, with geometric forms resembling Gothic architecture and industrial machinery. The combination of sharp triangles, zigzag lines, and rectangular elements hints at structures like rooftops, scaffolding, and staircases. There are figures that resemble statues or performers. Strong colors like red and green add to the complexity of the abstract scene.
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Q64596548

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