Mark ROTHKO
Mark Rothko
b.1903 - d.1970
Turnover
2024
USD$ 45.000.000
Record Sale
USD$ 77.500.000
Abstract ExpressionismAmerican ArtColorfield paintingModern Art

About the artist

Mark Rothko, an eminent figure in abstract expressionism, left an enduring impact through his evocative exploration of color and emotion. Born in Latvia and later immigrating to the US, Rothko's artistic journey evolved from early figurative influences to his signature luminous color field paintings. These canvases, characterized by shifting hues and immersive qualities, invite viewers to contemplate the spiritual and the existential. Despite personal struggles, Rothko's legacy endures as his work continues to inspire and resonate with audiences worldwide.

2012 / Record Sale

Mark ROTHKO (1903-1970)
Orange, Red, Yellow (1961)

Lot # 20
Painting
Oil/canvas
236.2 x 206.4 cm
Hammer price: $ 77,500,000
Price including buyer's premium: $ 86,882,500
Estimate: $ 35,000,000 - $ 45,000,000
POST-WAR AND CONTEMPORARY ART
08 may 2012
Christie's
New York NY, United States

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