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No.2

Mark Rothko (1903 – 1970)

Mark Rothko mastered Color Field painting with the Seagram Murals. Discover the emotional power of his iconic abstract works today.

Visual Composition

The painting No.2 features a large monochromatic canvas that presents a dark, almost black rectangular shape. This central form is bordered by a subtly lighter frame. Beneath the dominant rectangle, there is a narrow strip of contrasting tone, which creates a division within the vertical expanse of the composition.

Style and Technique

Executed using a mixed technique on canvas, this abstract work belongs to the Minimalism art movement. The piece is characterized by its simplicity, utilizing large, solid fields of color to create an introspective effect.

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About this artwork

Quick Facts

  • Movement: Abstract Expressionism
  • Dimensions: 38 x 57 cm
  • Artistic style: Chromatic Abstraction
  • Location: Neue Galerie, New York
  • Notable elements or techniques: Color Field Painting
  • Title: No.2