Rothko
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Resisting interpretation or classification, Mark Rothko (1903–1970) was a prominent advocate for the artist’s consummate freedom of expression. Although identified as a key protagonist of the Abstract Expressionist movement, first formed in New York City, Rothko rejected the label and insisted instead on “a consummated experience between picture and onlooker.” Following a repertoire of figurative works, Rothko developed his now iconic canvases of bold color blocks in red, yellow, ochre, maroon, black, or green. With these shimmering, pulsating color masses, Rothko stressed that he had not removed the human figure but rather put symbols or shapes in its place. These intense color forms contained all the tragedy of the human condition. At the same time, Rothko explicitly empowered the viewer in the expressive potential of his work. He believed “A picture lives by companionship, expanding and quickening in the eyes of the sensitive observer.” From his early development through to his most famous color fields, this book introduces the intellect and influence of Rothko’s dramatic, intimate, and revolutionary work.
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Additional information
Publisher | TASCHEN, Reissue edition (3 Aug. 2015) |
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Language | English |
Hardcover | 96 pages |
ISBN-10 | 383650426X |
ISBN-13 | 978-3836504263 |
Dimensions | 21.5 x 1.2 x 26.5 cm |
by Christine Wu
Really worth buying!! So lovely & good quality!
by Nigel Barron
Arrived safely and on time – excellent images and good narrative.
by Vera
I liked this book
by Ali
Great thanks
by Pat hickey
Don’t bother unless you’re fluent in Italian. Waste of money
by doylejohn8
Excellent thanks
by Amazonas
Quality book! Very good for a Rothko fan as a present!
by RealPaulMurray
Great quality book with fantastic pics.