Mark Rothkos iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of twentieth-century Abstract Expressionism.
This collection presents fifty large-scale artworks from the American masters color field period (1949-1970) alongside essays by Rothkos son, Christopher Rothko, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art curator of painting and sculpture Janet Bishop.
Featuring illuminating details about Rothkos life, influences, and legacy, and brimming with the emotional power and expressive color of his groundbreaking canvases, this essential volume brings the renowned artists luminous work to light for both longtime Rothko fans and those discovering his work for the very first time.
A textured case and large-scale tip-on on the front cover round out this sumptious package.
