- Name: Mark Rothko
- Birth Year: 1903
- Death Year: 1970
- City of Birth: Dvinsk, Russia
- Notable Characteristics: Abstract art and expressionist painting with color and hue variations
- Notable Artwork: No. 61 (Rust and Blue)
Rothko immigrated to America as a child with his family and believed art should be spiritual rather than materialistic.
Rothko’s work was a precursor to the color field movement, and his influence can be seen in the works of many contemporary artists today. His legacy inspires new generations of painters, art critics, and enthusiasts alike.
- No.61 (Rust and Blue)
