Rothko. The Color Field Paintings

Mark Rothko’s iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of twentieth-century Abstract Expressionism. This collection presents beautifully reproduced visuals of fifty large-scale artworks from the American master’s color field period (1949–1970) to create a collectible art book to be treasured by Rothko fans and contemporary art enthusiasts. Accompanying text by Christopher Rothko, the artist’s son and chair of the Board of Directors of the Rothko Chapel in Houston, and Janet Bishop, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art curator of painting and sculpture, featuring illuminating details about Rothko’s life, influences, and legacy.

Brimming with the emotional power and expressive color of his groundbreaking canvases, this essential volume brings the renowned artist’s luminous work to light for both longtime Rothko fans and those discovering his work for the very first time. A textured case and dazzling cover art round out this lavish book that explores a defining moment in art history.