Foreword by Christopher Rothko
Essay by Janet Bishop
Mark Rothko's iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of twentieth-century Abstract Expressionism. This collection presents fifty large-scale artworks from the American master's color field period (1949–1970) alongside essays by Rothko's son, Christopher Rothko, and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art curator of painting and sculpture, Janet Bishop. Featuring illuminating details about Rothko's life, influences, and legacy, and 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 large-scale tip-on on the front cover round out this lavish art book.
Hardcover, 120 pages, 2017.
9.5 x 12.5 in.
Explore unforgettable gifts for all ages, including a spotlight on our favorite local makers!
Subscribe to SFMOMA Museum Store email updates and receive a promo code for 10% off your first online order: