Mark Rothko: 1903-1970: Pictures As Drama

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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. Review: Awesome - Love the way the writing and the paintings are arrranged.And the way its written .Just what I was looking for.Not too much of a buography more on the growth of the arist Review: good book must read for expressionist - hi i read it . the death part is quite sad else it was a awesome reading. however i won't able to visit his gallery ever but the included pictures were nice but expected more research work's references would be included to emphasize his technique. thx sayantan